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Markie

♀ Girl

Pronounced MAR-kee /ˈmɑr.ki/High

Meaning: A pet form of Marcus/Marquita — from Latin, 'warlike; of Mars' (the Roman god of war); used for both sexes; here for girls; routes layeredLow

In 30 seconds: Warlike; of Mars: Markie pets Marcus/Marquita — 'warlike'. Spunky, modern, and warm. Used for both sexes (here for girls).
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Origin LowLatin
MeaningA pet form of Marcus/Marquita — from Latin, 'warlike; of Mars' (the Roman god of war); used for both sexes; here for girls; routes layered
U.S. rank (2024)#6532 ↗ Rising
2024 U.S. births18 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year1990
Total births (all-time)≈ 1,586

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 199019342024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Markie is a pet form of Marcus or the feminine Marquita — from Latin, 'warlike; of Mars' (the Roman god of war; routes layered, which we note). A spunky, modern name, used for both sexes, here for girls (slug distinguished; the actress Markie Post bore it; nickname Mark).

It registers thinly for girls. Rare, warlike-and-of-Mars at the root, and spunky.

Did you know? Marcus means 'warlike; of Mars' (the Roman god of war) — Markie pets it (and the feminine Marquita), a spunky, modern name, used for both sexes (here for girls; the routes are layered; said 'MAR-kee').
Overall data confidence 45%
References — Markie — routes layered

Variations

MarkiMarkyMarquita

Nicknames

Mar

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Markie mean?

Markie pets Marcus/Marquita — Latin 'warlike; of Mars'; the routes are layered.

How do you pronounce Markie?

It's said MAR-kee /ˈmɑr.ki/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Markie a boy or girl name?

Markie is used for both sexes; this page covers its use as a girl's name.

How popular is Markie?

Markie is a rare name in the U.S.

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