Marks is of German and English origin, derived from the Latin word 'Marcus'. It means 'warlike' or 'dedicated to Mars', the Roman god of war. The name Marks was popularized during the Middle Ages by St. Mark, one of the four evangelists in the New Testament. It has been traditionally used as a given name but can also be used as a surname.
"Marks appears to have been a popular baby name between 1916 and 1979, with peaks of popularity occurring in the early 20th century."