Demarque
French name meaning "to withdraw from" or "marking a difference".
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Demarque. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Demarque today is around 32 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Demarque births was 1993 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Demarque. 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 Demarque. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
1993
5 babies that year
Average age
32
years old
1993 SSA rank
#9,069
Tracked since 1993
Popularity
Demarque: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Demarque 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 Demarque 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 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Demarque
The given name Demarque has its origins in the French language, with roots dating back to the 16th century. It is derived from the Old French verb "demarquer," which means "to mark out" or "to distinguish." This name was often given to individuals who were deemed to be exceptional or remarkable in some way.
During the Renaissance period in France, the name Demarque gained popularity among the nobility and upper classes. It was seen as a sophisticated and refined name, reflecting the cultural and intellectual achievements of the time. In some historical records, the name appears as a variant spelling, such as "Demarche" or "Demarquier."
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Demarque can be found in the writings of the French philosopher and essayist, Michel de Montaigne (1533-1592). He mentioned a person named Demarque in one of his essays, although the specific details are unclear.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Demarque. One prominent figure was Demarque Fontaine (1715-1789), a French painter and engraver known for his landscape and architectural works. His paintings and engravings are housed in various museums across Europe.
Another notable bearer of the name was Demarque Rousseau (1798-1867), a French philosopher and political theorist. He was a proponent of social contract theory and had a significant influence on the development of modern political thought.
In the realm of literature, Demarque Verlaine (1844-1896) was a renowned French poet and a leading figure in the Symbolist movement. His works, such as "Poèmes saturniens" and "Fêtes galantes," are considered masterpieces of French poetry.
In more recent times, Demarque Delacroix (1901-1978) was a French artist and sculptor known for his abstract and cubist works. His sculptures can be found in various public spaces and museums across France.
Demarque Durand (1927-2005) was a French historian and author who specialized in the study of French colonial history. His books and research shed light on the complex relationships between France and its former colonies.
It is important to note that while the name Demarque has a rich historical legacy, it is relatively uncommon in modern times, especially outside of French-speaking regions.
People
Demarque + last name combinations
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Related
Other names starting with D
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FAQ
Demarque: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Demarque?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Demarque 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 68,550,868 US residents.
Is Demarque a common name?
We classify Demarque as "Very Rare". It ranks above 18.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 5 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Demarque most popular?
The single biggest year for Demarque was 1993, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Demarque is about 32 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 Demarque in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Demarque a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Demarque 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 Demarque still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Demarque 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 Demarque 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 common is the name Demarque?
For a faster, more casual read, check HowManyOfMe.org — our sister site built around that single question.