Marcus
Americannoun
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Saint. Also died a.d. 336, pope 336.
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a male given name.
Etymology
Origin of Marcus
< Latin Mārcus < *māwortkos pertaining to *Māwort-s Mars
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It can be seen in its outstanding defense, led by linemen Kasi Currie and Marcus Fakatou.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 1, 2026
Marcus Aurelius, often thought of as the nearest to a philosopher-king the world has ever known, has much to apologize for in his son.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 30, 2026
Father S. Marcus, a Catholic priest and head of the Mannar Citizens' Committee, remains unconvinced.
From Barron's ● Oct. 25, 2026
As well as Fleming and McCullum filling the head coach roles for the men's national teams, England's selector, Marcus North, is Australian.
From BBC ● Oct. 19, 2026
"I don't want you to do nothing to her," Marcus scowled.
From "Look Both Ways" by Jason Reynolds
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