Marquice

“Marquice is a variation of the name 'Marquis', which is of French origin but derives from the Latin 'marcialis'”

USA origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#10471US 2022

7Births / yr

↓Falling

818All-time births

📅 Since 198000

How to pronounce Marquice

MAH·RKOO·EYES

/ˈmɑ.ˈrkuː.ˈaɪs/ · stress on MAH · 3 syllables

“Marquice is a variation of the name 'Marquis', which is of French origin but derives from the Latin 'marcialis'”

USA origin · Boy name

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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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

How popular is Marquice right now?

Falling — down 2526 spots — currently #10471 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1980–2022#10471 · Top 7.7%

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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	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Marquice

Best Year1990Rank #2124

Peak Count35

Average Rank#5876

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1980 - 202211 years

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:

Michael Christopher Matthew Joshua Andrew

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?

Common

MarMaIce

What names sound and feel like Marquice?

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

Maruice

American · dark-skinned

Marquece

American · A beloved name

Markeice

American · a variant of

American · a variant of

Maguire

Ireland · Irish

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.