Marius

Boy name

Marius has been given to 2,654 babies in the U.S. since 1881. It peaked in 2004.

Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025

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Total babies

2,654

Peak year

2004 (80 babies)

Rank in 2025

Below top 1000

First recorded

1881

10-year trend

▼ -15%

Gender split

All boys

Spellings & variants

Names one letter away from Marius — alternate spellings parents actually use.

Marcusboy

242,999 babies since 1880

Dariusboy

54,278 babies since 1880

Markusboy

14,947 babies since 1915

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FAQ

How popular is the name Marius?

Marius has been given to 2,654 babies in the U.S. since 1881. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.

When did the name Marius peak?

Marius peaked in 2004, when 80 babies were given the name.

Is Marius a girl or boy name?

Marius is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Marius are boys).

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