What does Marquice mean and where does it come from?
Marquice is a variation of the name 'Marquis', which is of French origin but derives from the Latin 'marcialis'. Traditionally, it has been used to denote someone who holds the rank of marquis in noble hierarchy. The name has seen use primarily in the United States, especially among African-American
Cultural significance
Marquice has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in USA-speaking communities, where it reflects values of latin.
Peak popularity
Reached #1742 in 1991 — currently #10471 in the US.
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Browse names →What middle names flow best with Marquice?
Marquice works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Marquice Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Marquice Rose
Floral · soft ending
Marquice Mae
Sweet · timeless
Marquice Claire
French influence · crisp
Marquice Jane
Literary · strong
Marquice Skye
Modern · airy feel
How popular is Marquice right now?
Falling — down 2526 spots — currently #10471 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
| Year | US Rank | Births | vs Prior Year |
|---|
| 2022 | #10471 | 7 | ▼ down 2526 · -30% births |
| 2021 | #7945 | 10 | ▲ up 1861 · +43% births |
| 2020 | #9806 | 7 | ▼ down 770 · -12% births |
| 2015 | #9036 | 8 | ▼ down 3153 · -47% births |
| 2010 | #5883 | 15 | ▼ down 1158 · -17% births |
| 2005 | #4725 | 18 | ▼ down 1225 · -25% births |
| 2000 | #3500 | 24 | ▼ down 1062 · -25% births |
| 1995 | #2438 | 32 | ▼ down 314 · -9% births |
| 1990 | #2124 | 35 | ▲ up 1087 · +133% births |
| 1985 | #3211 | 15 | ▲ up 2286 · +114% births |
| 1980 | #5497 | 7 | — |
The story of Marquice
Marquice is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1980. With 818 total births recorded, Marquice remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #5497 in 1980, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #10471 in 2022.
Names that peaked alongside Marquice in 1991:
Marquice by decade
Marquice peaked in the 1990s. See all 1990s names →
| Decade | Births | |
|---|
| 1980s | 150 | |
| 1990s ★ | 350 | |
| 2000s | 203 | |
| 2010s | 108 | |
| 2020s | 7 | |
💎Marquice has only 818 total recorded births since 1980 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.
What are good nicknames for Marquice?
What names sound and feel like Marquice?
Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Marquice also consider these
Common questions about the name Marquice
What does the name Marquice mean?
Marquice means "Latin" — a name rooted in USA 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 Marquice?
Marquice is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Marquice have increased significantly in recent years.
What is the cultural origin of Marquice?
Marquice originates from USA tradition. USA 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 Marquice?
Marquice is a three-syllable name pronounced M AA1 R K UW1 AY1 S. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.
What sibling names go well with Marquice?
Marquice pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar USA heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.