Jamarkus
Masculine name combining "Ja" from "Jacob" and "markus" from German for "mallet".
Name Census estimates that about 600 living Americans carry the first name Jamarkus. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Jamarkus today is around 24 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Jamarkus births was 2009 (33 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Jamarkus. 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.
People living today
600
~ 1 in 571,257 Americans
Peak year
2009
33 babies that year
Average age
24
years old
2023 SSA rank
#8,512
Tracked since 1985
Popularity
Jamarkus: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Jamarkus from the 1980s through to the 2020s, spanning 5 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1990s, with 216 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 1990s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Jamarkus 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 Jamarkus during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Jamarkus' live
The SSA's state-level files cover 6 states and territories. Texas, Alabama, Georgia recorded the most babies named Jamarkus, while North Carolina, Mississippi, Louisiana recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 20 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Jamarkus
The given name Jamarkus has its origins rooted in a combination of African and American cultures, emerging as a creative variation on more traditional names. Its etymology can be traced back to the late 20th century, when it began to gain popularity among certain communities, particularly in the southern regions of the United States.
While the name itself does not have a direct linguistic or historical reference point, it is believed to be a fusion of two distinct elements. The prefix "Ja" is likely derived from the popular African-American name "Jamal," which has Arabic roots and means "beauty" or "beautiful." The latter part, "markus," bears a resemblance to the Latin name "Marcus," which has its origins in the Roman name "Mars," the god of war.
The earliest recorded instances of the name Jamarkus can be found in various birth records and personal accounts from the 1980s and 1990s. However, it is important to note that the name's widespread use and recognition are relatively recent phenomena.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have carried the name Jamarkus, contributing to its increasing visibility and acceptance. One such individual is Jamarkus McFarland, a former American football player who competed in the National Football League (NFL) from 2008 to 2013. Born in 1986, McFarland played for teams like the Kansas City Chiefs and the Detroit Lions.
Another prominent figure with the name Jamarkus is Jamarkus Miner, a former professional basketball player from the United States. Miner, born in 1983, played in various leagues, including the NBA G League and international competitions, during his career spanning the early 2000s.
In the realm of music, Jamarkus Dubose is a notable singer and songwriter from the United States. Born in 1992, Dubose has gained recognition for his soulful and introspective musical style, releasing several acclaimed albums and singles.
The name Jamarkus has also found representation in the literary world, with Jamarkus Ansley being an American author and poet. Born in 1978, Ansley has published several collections of poetry and prose, exploring themes of identity, cultural expression, and social commentary.
It is worth mentioning that while the name Jamarkus has gained traction in recent decades, particularly within certain communities, it remains a relatively uncommon and unique name globally. Its popularity reflects the ever-evolving nature of naming traditions and the constant interplay between cultural influences and personal preferences.
People
Jamarkus + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Jamarkus as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with J
Other first names starting with J with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Jamarkus: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Jamarkus?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 600 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Jamarkus 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 571,257 US residents.
Is Jamarkus a common name?
We classify Jamarkus as "Very Rare". It ranks above 86.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 611 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Jamarkus most popular?
The single biggest year for Jamarkus was 2009, when 33 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Jamarkus is about 24 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Jamarkus a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Jamarkus 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.
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.