Markies is of Dutch origin, meaning "dedicated to Mars". It is derived from the male given name Markus, which was brought to the Netherlands by Roman settlers during the early medieval period. In Dutch culture, Markies is often used as a nickname or diminutive form of names such as Markus or Marcel. While it may not be as common as some other Dutch names, Markies holds its own unique charm and heritage within Dutch naming traditions.
The name Markies experienced its peak popularity during the early to mid-90s, with a notable high of 8 births each year from 1990 to 1993 inclusive. However, it seems the trend was not sustained, as the number of births with this name dwindled thereafter, reaching as low as 5 in certain years like 1989 and 2001. Overall, there were a total of 85 babies named Markies from 1988 to 2008.