boy · Latin

Marcus

/MA-rcus/

Meaning: Warlike, of Mars

Marcus at a glance

Meaning: Warlike, of Mars
Origin: Latin
Religion: Christian
Gender: boy
Pronunciation: MA-rcus
Syllables: 2
Popularity: classic
Variants & Spellings: Maarcus, Marcusa, Marcusie, Marcu, Maarcusa, Maarcusie

Lucky details for Marcus

Number: 2
Color: Pearl White
Stone: Moonstone
Flower: Jasmine
Day: Monday
Planet: Moon
Zodiac: Cancer
Metal: Silver

Marcus is a Latin name meaning “warlike, of mars”. Parents choose Marcus for its 2-syllable rhythm and its association with gentle, intuitive, deeply people-centred. In Chaldean numerology the letters of Marcus reduce to 2, a number linked with Moon and with people who are empathetic, diplomatic, a wonderful listener and peacemaker.

Numerology

Chaldean value 2 — Gentle, intuitive, deeply people-centred.

Personality

Gentle, intuitive, deeply people-centred

Positive Traits

Empathetic, diplomatic, a wonderful listener and peacemaker

Negative Traits

Sensitive to criticism and can take things to heart

Career Suggestions

Counselling, teaching, nursing, hospitality, the arts

Nicknames

Marc Mari Mary May

Middle Names

Manav Musteafa Meenjunya

Sibling Names

Amelia Caammilla Jullia Oliv

Compatible Names

Adrian Augustu Julyan Lucaasya Maximmus Victori

FAQs about the name Marcus

What does the name Marcus mean?

Marcus means “warlike, of mars” and comes from a Latin root.

Is Marcus a boy or girl name?

Marcus is most often used as a boy name today.

How do you pronounce Marcus?

Marcus is pronounced MA-rcus (2 syllables).

What is the lucky number for Marcus?

The lucky number for Marcus is 2, ruled by Moon.

What are good nicknames for Marcus?

Popular short forms include Marc, Mari, Mary, May.