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What does the baby name Marquette mean? Learn about what Marquette means, its history & origin, popularity in our random name database, pronunciation, similar names, nicknames & spelling variations.

Marquette - Name Meaning, Origin & Popularity

Spelling of Marquette
M-A-R-Q-U-E-T-T-E, is a 9-letter male given name.
Meaning of Marquette
Land owner.
Origin of Marquette
The name 'Marquette' is of French origin. It is derived from the French surname 'Marquette', which is a variant of 'Marquet', meaning 'little Marcus'. The name 'Marcus' itself comes from the Roman god Mars, who was the god of war.
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Popularity of Marquette
The popularity of the name 'Marquette' has been relatively low. It has not ranked among the top names in the United States or other English-speaking countries. It is considered a rare name choice for boys.
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Etymology of Marquette

The name 'Marquette' is derived from the French word 'marquet', which means 'little Marcus'. 'Marcus' is of Latin origin and is believed to be derived from the Roman god Mars. The name 'Marquette' can therefore be interpreted as 'little Mars' or 'small warrior'.

Cultural Significance of Marquette

The name 'Marquette' does not hold significant cultural or historical significance. It is a relatively uncommon name that does not have strong associations with any particular culture or tradition.