Markus

Boy's classical name

Markus is a masculine given name, a German and Scandinavian spelling of Marcus.

It shares roots with Mark, ultimately from the Roman god Mars.

The spelling with 'k' signals continental European origin: Markus grew up in Munich.

In English-speaking contexts, bearers may anglicize to Marcus or Mark.

biblical

evangelist

Zealous advocate or preacher

Venice · patron · disciple · New Testament · Acts · Coptic · martyrdom · feast day · Alexandria · winged lion

name

Marko

Slavic given name

Klaus · Stefan · Hans · Erik · Lars · Lukas · Johann · Henrik · Andreas · Roman

Opposites
gender of name

MarkusMarcia

Traditional feminine given name

Marcella · Martina · Maria · Julia · Anna

Phrases
Family

Mark

Familiarity
Top 500,000
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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G