Marquis
Meaning of Marquis
The name Marquis, pronounced as MAHR-kwiss (/ˈmɑrkwɪs/), is a distinguished male name with French origins. It historically refers to a noble rank just below that of a duke, embodying an air of aristocracy and prestige. The name Marquis has been used in the United States for over a century, experiencing varying degrees of popularity. Its peak was in the late 1980s and early 1990s when it ranked within the top 300 names for boys. Although its usage has declined since then, it remains a unique choice for parents seeking a name with historical significance and an elegant flair. A notable variation of this name is Marquise, which shares the same noble connotations.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as MAHR-kwiss (/ˈmɑrkwɪs/)
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Notable People Named Marquis
| Donatien Alphonse François, Marquis de Sade, was a French writer and nobleman known for his libertine novels and controversial personal life. |
| Marquis de Condorcet - Nicolas de Condorcet, a French philosopher and mathematician, was a prominent figure of the Age of Enlightenment, advocating for liberal economy, equal rights, and constitutional government, but tragically died in prison during the French Revolution. |
| Marquis Deon Grissom is a former professional baseball center fielder who played for several Major League Baseball teams between 1989 and 2005. |
| Marquis Devante Teague is a former American professional basketball player known for his time with Kolossos Rodou of the Greek Basket League and his high school basketball achievements. |
| Marquis James was a Pulitzer Prize-winning American journalist and author known for his biographies of Sam Houston and Andrew Jackson. |
| Marquis Hill is a renowned American jazz trumpet player, composer, and bandleader known for blending African-American music styles with jazz and for his dedication to mentoring the next generation of musicians. |
| Marquis Juniel Bundy is an American football wide receiver who currently plays for the BC Lions in the Canadian Football League (CFL) and previously played for the Arizona Cardinals. |
| Marquis Hayes Jr. is an American football offensive guard for the Arizona Cardinals of the NFL, known for his college career at Oklahoma. |
| Marquis Lucas is an American football offensive tackle and free agent who played college football for the West Virginia University Mountaineers. |
| Marquis Adrian Johnson is a former American football cornerback who was drafted 211th overall in the 7th round of the 2010 NFL Draft. |
| Marquis Jacori Haynes Sr. is an American football linebacker for the Carolina Panthers of the NFL, known for his college football career at Ole Miss. |
| Marquis Ferrod Jackson is a Canadian football defensive lineman for the BC Lions of the Canadian Football League (CFL) and previously played for the Minnesota Vikings. |
| Marquis Trinnell Smith is a former NFL safety and linebacker who played for the Cleveland Browns and attended California for college. |
| Marquis Mathieu is an American former professional ice hockey player. |
| Marquis Roshe Walker is a former American football cornerback who played for the St. Louis Rams after being signed as an undrafted free agent in 1996, and he also played college football at Southeast Missouri State University. |
