Marquese is a unique and distinctive given name of Latin origin, meaning 'of the Marquis'. It gained prominence during the late 20th century, particularly in the United States. Marquese is often associated with elegance and nobility, reflecting its connection to the historical title of Marquis.
The name Marquese experienced significant popularity from the late 1980s to the mid-1990s, with a peak of 68 births in 1991 and consistently high numbers throughout the decade. However, its usage has steadily declined since then, with fewer than 20 births recorded annually after 2013. The total number of births with the name Marquese is 1374 over the span of 50 years (1974-2023).