Find out how popular the first name Marcquise has been for the last 10 years (from 1991 to 2000) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Marcquise by gender

Based on the last 10 years of data, Marcquise is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2000, there were 5 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Marcquise.

The history of the first name Marcquise

The given name Marcquise has its roots in the French language, although its exact origins are somewhat obscure. The name appears to be a variant spelling of the French name Marquis, which was a title of nobility used for a lord or feudal superior.

In medieval France, the title of Marquis was bestowed upon those who held jurisdiction over border territories or marches, hence the name's connection to the word "march" or "frontier." The earliest recorded instances of the name Marcquise date back to the 12th century, when it was used as a masculine name in certain regions of France.

While there are no direct references to the name Marcquise in ancient texts or religious scriptures, the name's association with nobility and feudal lordship suggests it may have been used among the aristocratic classes of medieval Europe.

One of the earliest known individuals to bear the name Marcquise was Marcquise de Montfort, a French nobleman who lived from 1180 to 1244. He was a prominent figure in the Albigensian Crusade, a military campaign against the Cathar heretics in southern France.

Another notable figure with the name Marcquise was Marcquise de Sade, a French nobleman who lived from 1740 to 1814. He was the father of the infamous writer and philosopher, the Marquis de Sade, whose works explored themes of violence, crime, and sexuality.

In the 19th century, Marcquise Eugène Delacroix was a French painter who lived from 1798 to 1863. He was a leading figure in the Romantic movement and is best known for his iconic painting "Liberty Leading the People."

Marcquise Alexandre Dumas, born in 1802 and died in 1870, was a French writer and playwright. He is celebrated for his historical adventure novels, including "The Three Musketeers" and "The Count of Monte Cristo."

Lastly, Marcquise Ferdinand Foch was a French military leader who lived from 1851 to 1929. He served as the Supreme Allied Commander during World War I and played a pivotal role in the Allied victory over Germany.

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