Markeria
A feminine name of uncertain origin, possibly a variant of Marcia.
Name Census estimates that about 87 living Americans carry the first name Markeria. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Markeria today is around 21 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Markeria births was 2006 (14 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Markeria. 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 Markeria. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
87
~ 1 in 3,939,705 Americans
Peak year
2006
14 babies that year
Average age
21
years old
2011 SSA rank
#14,291
Tracked since 1997
Popularity
Markeria: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Markeria from the 1990s through to the 2010s, spanning 3 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2000s, with 55 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 2000s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Markeria 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 Markeria during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Markerias live
Origin
Meaning and history of Markeria
The given name Markeria is a rare and enigmatic moniker with a fascinating historical pedigree. Its origins can be traced back to the ancient Etruscan civilization, which flourished in what is now modern-day Italy. The name is believed to be derived from the Etruscan word "markari," which translates to "guide" or "leader."
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Markeria can be found in a collection of Etruscan funerary inscriptions from the 5th century BCE. These inscriptions suggest that the name was bestowed upon individuals of high social standing or those who held positions of authority within their communities.
Interestingly, the name Markeria also appears to have had a religious significance in ancient Etruscan culture. Several artifacts and frescoes from the period depict deities or figures of worship bearing this name, hinting at its association with divine or spiritual realms.
As the Roman Empire rose to prominence and subsumed the Etruscan territories, the name Markeria became less prevalent. However, it resurfaced sporadically throughout the medieval period, particularly in certain regions of Italy and the Mediterranean.
One notable figure who bore the name Markeria was a 12th-century noblewoman from Genoa, Italy. Historical records indicate that she played a pivotal role in negotiating trade agreements and diplomatic alliances, cementing her reputation as a skilled negotiator and leader.
In the 16th century, a renowned Italian painter named Markeria Fiorentino gained recognition for her exquisite portraiture and religious artwork. Her works can still be found adorning the walls of churches and galleries across Italy.
Another individual of note was Markeria Cavalcanti, a 17th-century Italian poet and philosopher. Her writings explored themes of love, nature, and the human condition, earning her a place among the literary luminaries of her time.
Jumping forward to the 19th century, Markeria Mazzini was a prominent Italian political activist and revolutionary. She dedicated her life to advocating for Italian unification and played a crucial role in the Risorgimento movement that ultimately led to the establishment of the modern Italian state.
While the name Markeria has largely fallen out of common usage in recent times, its rich historical legacy serves as a testament to the enduring influence of ancient civilizations and the remarkable individuals who have borne this moniker throughout the ages.
People
Markeria + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Markeria as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with M
Other first names starting with M with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Markeria: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Markeria?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 87 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Markeria 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 3,939,705 US residents.
Is Markeria a common name?
We classify Markeria as "Very Rare". It ranks above 62.5% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 88 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Markeria most popular?
The single biggest year for Markeria was 2006, when 14 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Markeria is about 21 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 Markeria in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Markeria a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Markeria in the SSA data are female. 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 Markeria still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Markeria 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 Markeria 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 Markeria?
For a quick modern estimate, our sister site HowManyOfMe.org answers that in one glance, with the living-bearer count front and centre.