Marcin

“warlike”

Poland origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#11768US 2022

6Births / yr

↑Rising

456All-time births

📅 Since 198100

How to pronounce Marcin

mah·RSEEN

/mɑ.ˈrsiːn/ · stress on RSEEN · 2 syllables

“warlike”

Poland origin · Boy name

What does Marcin mean and where does it come from?

Marcin is a Slavic variant of the name Martin, which is derived from the Latin name Martinus, meaning 'of Mars', the Roman god of war. Historically, Martin was a popular name throughout Europe, and Marcin holds a special place in Polish culture. The name has been widely used since the Middle Ages an

Cultural significance

Marcin has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Poland-speaking communities, where it reflects values of warlike.

Peak popularity

Reached #2951 in 1984 — currently #11768 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Marcin?

Marcin works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Marcin Grace

How popular is Marcin right now?

Rising fast — up 698 spots — currently #11768 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1985–2022#11768 · Top 8.7%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2022	#11768	6	▲ up 698 · +20% births
2020	#12466	5	▲ up 122
2015	#12588	5	▼ down 7156 · -67% births
2005	#5432	15	▼ down 1273 · -21% births
2000	#4159	19	▼ down 874 · -10% births
1995	#3285	21	▲ up 474 · +31% births
1990	#3759	16	▲ up 41 · +33% births
1985	#3800	12	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Marcin

Best Year1995Rank #3285

Peak Count21

Average Rank#7157

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1985 - 20228 years

The story of Marcin

Marcin is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1981. With 456 total births recorded, Marcin remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #3800 in 1985, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #11768 in 2022.

Names that peaked alongside Marcin in 1984:

Michael Christopher Matthew Joshua David

Marcin by decade

Marcin peaked in the 1980s. See all 1980s names →

Decade	Births
1980s	105
1990s ★	168
2000s	131
2010s	47
2020s	5

💎Marcin has only 456 total recorded births since 1981 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Marcin?

BASQUE

Matxin

CROATIAN

Tin

DUTCH

Tijn

ENGLISH

MartieMarty

What names sound and feel like Marcin?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Marcin also consider these

Martin

France · of Mars, the

Marwin

Germanic · Famous friend

American · Son of the

Mastin

English · little mast

Mavin

English · English

How is Marcin written in other languages?

Common questions about the name Marcin

What does the name Marcin mean?

Marcin means "warlike" — a name rooted in Poland tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Marcin?

Marcin is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Marcin have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Marcin?

Marcin originates from Poland tradition. Poland names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Marcin?

Marcin is a two-syllable name pronounced M AA0 R S IY1 N. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

Is Marcin trending right now?

Marcin is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.