Makarius Boy

Popularity: · Trend: → Stable

Origin(s)

Pronunciationmah-KAR-ee-us / /məˈkɑːriəs/

Greek; Latin

Meaning

Greek: blessed; Latin: happy

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Makarius has roots in ancient Greek, where it is derived from the word 'makarios,' meaning blessed or happy. It was popularized in Christian contexts due to Saint Makarios, a prominent figure in early Christianity. The name has also been used in various forms throughout history in different cultures, particularly in religious settings.

Similar Names

Variants

  • Macarius
  • Makary

International Variants

  • Makarios (Greek)
  • Macario (Spanish)
  • Makary (Polish)

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Makarius was first seen in the United States in 2015. Makarius has ranked as high as #1389 nationally, which occurred in 2015, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Makarius has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
20155