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Marqueese

A variant spelling of the French masculine name Marquis, derived from Latin meaning "margrave".

Name Census estimates that about 6 living Americans carry the first name Marqueese. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Marqueese today is around 28 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Marqueese births was 1997 (6 babies).

This page is the full Name Census profile for Marqueese. 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 Marqueese. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.

People living today

6

~ 1 in 57,125,723 Americans

Peak year

1997

6 babies that year

Average age

28

years old

1997 SSA rank

#8,873

Tracked since 1997

Popularity

Marqueese: popularity over time

Babies born per year

02356

Decades

Marqueese 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 Marqueese during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.

DecadeMaleFemaleTotal
1990s606

Origin

Meaning and history of Marqueese

The name Marqueese has its roots in the French language and culture, originating in the late medieval period around the 13th or 14th century. It is believed to be derived from the Old French word "marquis," which referred to a nobleman of high rank who ruled over a particular territory or region. The name Marqueese was likely used as a title or designation for the sons or descendants of marquises.

One of the earliest recorded uses of the name Marqueese can be found in historical documents from the late 15th century, where it was mentioned in connection with noble families in France and other parts of Europe. Over time, the name gradually transitioned from being a title to becoming a given name in its own right.

In the annals of history, there are several notable individuals who bore the name Marqueese. One such person was Marqueese de Lafayette (1757-1834), a French aristocrat and military officer who played a significant role in the American Revolutionary War, fighting alongside the Continental Army and becoming a close friend of George Washington.

Another prominent figure was Marqueese de Sade (1740-1814), a controversial French nobleman, philosopher, and writer known for his literary works that explored themes of violence, crime, and sexuality. His works, which were considered highly provocative at the time, have had a lasting impact on literature and popular culture.

In the realm of art and culture, Marqueese de Pompadour (1721-1764) was a renowned French courtesan who became the chief mistress of King Louis XV. She was a prominent figure in the French court and had a significant influence on the arts, fashion, and politics during her time.

Moving to the world of science and exploration, Marqueese de Condorcet (1743-1794) was a French philosopher, mathematician, and political theorist who played a crucial role in the French Enlightenment and the early stages of the French Revolution. He was a strong advocate for human rights and social progress.

Lastly, in the field of music, Marqueese de Falla (1876-1946) was a Spanish composer and pianist who is considered one of the most influential figures in the revival of Spanish classical music in the early 20th century. His works, such as "El Amor Brujo" and "Nights in the Gardens of Spain," are regarded as masterpieces of Spanish music.

These are just a few examples of individuals who have carried the name Marqueese throughout history, each leaving their mark in various fields and contributing to the rich tapestry of human civilization.

People

Marqueese + last name combinations

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FAQ

Marqueese: questions and answers

How many people in the U.S. are named Marqueese?

Name Census puts the figure at roughly 6 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Marqueese 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 57,125,723 US residents.

Is Marqueese a common name?

We classify Marqueese as "Very Rare". It ranks above 22.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 6 babies have been registered with this name.

When was Marqueese most popular?

The single biggest year for Marqueese was 1997, when 6 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Marqueese is about 28 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 Marqueese in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.

Is Marqueese a male name?

Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Marqueese 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 Marqueese still being used today?

Yes. The SSA still recorded Marqueese 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 Marqueese 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 Marqueese?

HowManyOfMe.org, our sister site, answers that with the living-bearer count in one glance.

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