Marquiss
Marquiss is a French boy name. French names have a soft, elegant sound that has made them popular well beyond France. It sounds crisp and confident, it's a longer name that leaves plenty of room for nicknames, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length.
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- Scrabble scoreIf names were allowed in Scrabble, Marquiss would score 19 points, thanks largely to the Q (worth 10).
- GenerationMarquiss peaked in 1988, which makes it a Millennial name. The typical Marquiss you'd meet today is about 37 years old.
- HistoryMarquiss first shows up in US birth records in 1988, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 37 years since.
US births per million boys, 1988–2025
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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).
About the name Marquiss
Marquiss is a boy name of French origin. Its two syllables give it an easy rhythm, and the consonant at the end gives it a confident finish. It hit its peak in the 1980s, so it feels familiar without being trendy. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name.
Origin:French names
Other spellings of Marquiss
More French boy names
- Boy name: Sebastian · venerable
- Boy name: Leo · lion
- Boy name: Daniel · God is my judge
- Unisex name: Gabriel · God is my strength
- Unisex name: Wyatt · brave in war
- Boy name: Charles · free man
- Unisex name: Beau · handsome
- Boy name: Robert · bright fame
Questions about the name Marquiss
What is the origin of the name Marquiss?
Marquiss is French in origin. Other French names to consider are Sebastian (“venerable”), Leo (“lion”), Daniel (“God is my judge”) and Gabriel (“God is my strength”).
Is Marquiss a boy or girl name?
Marquiss is a boy name.
How popular is the name Marquiss?
Marquiss is rare: fewer than 5 US boys got it in 2025, and it was last given to 5 or more in 1997. It peaked at #6,426 in 1988, so it's a name with history that few kids share today.
What names are similar to Marquiss?
If you like Marquiss, you might also like Marquis. Marquis is another spelling of the same name.
What should I know before naming my baby Marquiss?
Marquiss is a French boy name. French names have a soft, elegant sound that has made them popular well beyond France. It sounds crisp and confident, it's a longer name that leaves plenty of room for nicknames, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.