Jeanmarc
A boy's name of French origin with 169 recorded U.S. births.
Meaning & Origin
Jeanmarc is a two-syllable boy's name with a sharp, distinct sound — ending on a consonant gives it a firm, clear close. With only 169 recorded U.S. births, it is exceptionally rare — the kind of name most people encounter for the first time when they meet your child.
Jeanmarc is not in the current top 1,000 boy names nationally, making it an uncommon choice — though your state or community may differ.
Jeanmarc is a boy's baby name of French origin, a compound of Jean (the French form of John, meaning 'God is gracious') and Marc (the French form of Mark, meaning 'of Mars' or 'warlike').
Compound names like Jean-Marc are a long-standing tradition in France and French-speaking communities worldwide, where honoring two names — two saints, two family members — creates a name that carries double meaning and double legacy.
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Jeanmarc is cataloged under the French naming tradition. French names blend Latin roots with Norman, Frankish, and Gallic influences, often lending an air of elegance and formality.
In the U.S., Jeanmarc has been recorded as a boy's name since 1964, with 169 total births. Browse the French names hub on this site to explore the broader family.
At a Glance
Popularity Over Time
Jeanmarc has 26+ years of history in the U.S., first appearing in 1964.
Popularity by Decade
| Decade | Births | Avg Rank | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 13 | #10706 | ▼ |
| 2000s | 42 | #10695 | ▲ |
| 1990s | 38 | #7778 | ▲ |
| 1980s | 29 | #6497 | ▲ |
| 1970s | 23 | #4394 | — |
| 1960s | 24 | #3198 | — |
The Story of Jeanmarc
A Gen X name
Peaking in 1971, Jeanmarc is a Gen X staple. Boys named Jeanmarc are most likely born between 1964 and 1981.
How rare is Jeanmarc?
With fewer than 500 recorded births, Jeanmarc is an exceptionally rare name — a one-of-a-kind choice.
The journey through the decades
First appeared in the records in 1964, grew steadily over the decades, peaked in the 2000s with 42 births that decade, and has gracefully settled into a quieter chapter.
Jeanmarc by the numbers
- Would fill 4 school buses
Year-by-Year Data
View complete yearly data(26 years, 1964–2015)
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 6 | #11303 |
| 2011 | 7 | #10108 |
| 2008 | 5 | #13444 |
| 2007 | 7 | #10271 |
| 2005 | 7 | #9566 |
| 2003 | 5 | #11710 |
| 2002 | 7 | #8873 |
| 2001 | 6 | #9823 |
| 2000 | 5 | #11176 |
| 1996 | 7 | #7495 |
| 1995 | 6 | #8260 |
| 1994 | 8 | #6639 |
| 1992 | 5 | #9022 |
| 1991 | 6 | #7692 |
| 1990 | 6 | #7559 |
| 1988 | 5 | #7812 |
| 1987 | 7 | #5754 |
| 1986 | 5 | #7191 |
| 1984 | 6 | #5913 |
| 1983 | 6 | #5814 |
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.
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Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 1964–2015