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Name Origin

Marcus is a masculine given name of Roman origin, derived from the Latin name Marcus, meaning 'dedicated to Mars.' Mars was the Roman god of war, so the name carries connotations of strength, courage, and masculinity.

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Famous People

Marcus Aurelius (121-180)

Roman Emperor, Philosopher

  • Stoic philosopher
  • Author of 'Meditations'
  • Last of the Five Good Emperors

Marcus Junius Brutus (85-42)

Roman Senator, Politician

  • Leader in the conspiracy to assassinate Julius Caesar

Marcus Tullius Cicero (106-43)

Roman Statesman, Philosopher, Lawyer, Orator

  • Considered one of Rome's greatest orators and prose stylists

Marcus Garvey (1887-1940)

Jamaican Activist, Pan-Africanist

  • Founded the Universal Negro Improvement Association and African Communities League

Marcus Rashford (1997-)

Footballer

  • Manchester United and England forward
  • Prominent campaigner against child poverty