Lamarcus
Lamarcus is a boy's name of Contemporary origin.
Meaning
Of Marcus, dedicated to Mars, or warlike.
Origin and history
Lamarcus is a modern American invented name, created by combining the popular prefix 'La-' with the traditional Latin-derived name Marcus. It gained visibility in the late 20th century in the United States and continues to see steady, moderate usage today.
Popularity in the United States
3,008 babies in the United States have been named Lamarcus since 1880. It ranks #2354 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1796.
States where it is most popular
- TX (28.8 %)
- MS (22.9 %)
- AL (13.6 %)
- GA (11.5 %)
- LA (7.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 6 |
| 1970-1980 | 312 |
| 1980-1990 | 791 |
| 1990-2000 | 713 |
| 2000-2010 | 563 |
| 2010-2019 | 492 |
| 2020-2029 | 131 |
Famous people named Lamarcus
- LaMarcus Aldridge: Basketball Player
- Lamarcus Joyner: Football Player
Fun facts
- Lamarcus combines the French-style prefix 'La-' with the ancient Latin name Marcus.
- The name emerged into notable usage in the U.S. during the late 1970s and 1980s.