Demarcio
Of uncertain origin, a masculine name perhaps derived from a title or nickname.
Name Census estimates that about 11 living Americans carry the first name Demarcio. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Demarcio today is around 31 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Demarcio births was 1991 (6 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Demarcio. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Demarcio. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
11
~ 1 in 31,159,485 Americans
Peak year
1991
6 babies that year
Average age
31
years old
1998 SSA rank
#9,986
Tracked since 1991
Popularity
Demarcio: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Demarcio by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Demarcio during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1990s | 11 | 0 | 11 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Demarcio
The given name Demarcio is a relatively modern invention that appears to have its origins in the late 20th century. It is likely a combination of the prefix "De-", which can denote a separation or removal, and the root "Marcio", which may be derived from the Latin name "Martius" or the ancient Roman god of war, Mars.
While there are no clear historical references or ancient texts that mention this particular name, its construction suggests it may have been created to convey a sense of strength, determination, or separation from others. The prefix "De-" can also imply a sense of distinction or uniqueness, which could have been a motivating factor in the creation of this moniker.
The earliest recorded examples of the name Demarcio are relatively scarce, as it is a relatively modern coinage. However, there are a few notable individuals throughout history who have borne this name:
1. Demarcio Vaughn (born 1982) - An American professional basketball player who played in various leagues around the world, including the NBA and the Euroleague.
2. Demarcio Jones (born 1977) - An American actor and comedian, best known for his roles in television series such as "The Parkers" and "Girlfriends".
3. Demarcio Williams (born 1985) - A former American football running back who played in the NFL for teams like the Minnesota Vikings and the Denver Broncos.
4. Demarcio Slaughter (born 1990) - An American mixed martial artist who has competed in various promotions, including the UFC and Bellator MMA.
5. Demarcio Rucker (born 1978) - An American entrepreneur and business executive, currently serving as the CEO of a tech startup in Silicon Valley.
While the name Demarcio may not have a rich historical lineage, its modern construction and unique sound have contributed to its growing popularity in recent decades. As a relatively new addition to the lexicon of given names, its future impact and cultural significance remain to be seen.
People
Demarcio + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Demarcio as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with D
Other first names starting with D with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Demarcio: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Demarcio?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 11 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Demarcio going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 31,159,485 US residents.
Is Demarcio a common name?
We classify Demarcio as "Very Rare". It ranks above 30.8% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 11 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Demarcio most popular?
The single biggest year for Demarcio was 1991, when 6 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Demarcio is about 31 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Demarcio in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Demarcio a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Demarcio in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Demarcio still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Demarcio in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Demarcio can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many Americans are named Demarcio?
For a quick modern estimate, our sister site HowManyOfMe.org answers that in one glance, with the living-bearer count front and centre.