Marko Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: MAR-ko /ˈmɑːr.koʊ/
Origin: Latin; Slavic
Meaning: Latin: 'warlike'; Slavic: 'of Mars'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Marko is derived from the Latin name Marcus, which itself is believed to originate from the Roman god of war, Mars. The etymological journey begins with the Latin 'Marcus', which was a common praenomen in ancient Rome.
From Latin, the name transitioned into various forms in different languages, including the Greek 'Markos', before being adopted into Slavic languages as Marko. This transformation reflects the cultural exchanges that occurred throughout history, particularly during the spread of Christianity and the influence of the Roman Empire.
Historically, the name Marko has significant associations, particularly in Christian contexts. One of the most notable figures is Saint Mark, one of the four Evangelists, who is traditionally credited with authoring the Gospel of Mark in the New Testament.
His feast day is celebrated on April 25, and he is recognized as the patron saint of Venice, where his relics are housed in St. Mark's Basilica.
The importance of Saint Mark in early Christianity contributed to the name's adoption and enduring presence in various cultures, especially in regions influenced by Byzantine and Slavic traditions. In Slavic cultures, Marko has become a symbol of strength and valor, often associated with heroic figures in folklore and epic poetry.
The name is frequently linked to the legendary hero Marko Kraljević, a prominent character in South Slavic epic poetry, who embodies the ideals of bravery and chivalry. This cultural resonance has helped maintain the name's significance across generations, making it a cherished choice in many Slavic-speaking countries.
The diminutive form 'Marko' is often used affectionately, showcasing the name's versatility and enduring appeal throughout history.
Famous people named Marko
In this section, you will find notable people named Marko. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Marko who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
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Marko Arnautovic is a professional footballer best known for playing with the Austrian national team, West Ham United, and Stoke City.
Marko Grujić is a professional footballer best known for playing with FC Porto, Cardiff City, and the Serbian national team.
Marko Pjaca is a professional footballer best known for playing with the Croatian national team, Juventus, and Fiorentina.
Fictional characters named Marko
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Marko is a fictional character from the comic book series Saga. He is one of the main protagonists, a soldier from the planet Landfall who is in love with a woman from the enemy planet, Wreath.
Sibling suggestions
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Similar names
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Marko was first seen in the United States in 1892.
Marko has ranked as high as #2745 nationally, which occurred in 2006, and has been most popular in California, Illinois, New York, Texas, and Ohio.
In the past 5 years the name Marko has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Marko is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Marko was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Marko.
| Year | Total Births | Boy |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 72 | 72 |
| 2024 | 86 | 86 |
| 2023 | 67 | 67 |
| 2022 | 62 | 62 |
| 2021 | 79 | 79 |
| 2020 | 80 | 80 |
| 2019 | 82 | 82 |
| 2018 | 81 | 81 |
| 2017 | 95 | 95 |
| 2016 | 94 | 94 |
| 2015 | 100 | 100 |
| 2014 | 97 | 97 |
| 2013 | 124 | 124 |
| 2012 | 100 | 100 |
| 2011 | 107 | 107 |
| 2010 | 109 | 109 |
| 2009 | 106 | 106 |
| 2008 | 114 | 114 |
| 2007 | 113 | 113 |
| 2006 | 138 | 138 |
| 2005 | 115 | 115 |
| 2004 | 100 | 100 |
| 2003 | 90 | 90 |
| 2002 | 91 | 91 |
| 2001 | 90 | 90 |
| 2000 | 84 | 84 |
| 1999 | 71 | 71 |
| 1998 | 68 | 68 |
| 1997 | 56 | 56 |
| 1996 | 70 | 70 |
| 1995 | 47 | 47 |
| 1994 | 47 | 47 |
| 1993 | 50 | 50 |
| 1992 | 47 | 47 |
| 1991 | 58 | 58 |
| 1990 | 51 | 51 |
| 1989 | 55 | 55 |
| 1988 | 42 | 42 |
| 1987 | 53 | 53 |
| 1986 | 49 | 49 |
| 1985 | 55 | 55 |
| 1984 | 45 | 45 |
| 1983 | 57 | 57 |
| 1982 | 41 | 41 |
| 1981 | 62 | 62 |
| 1980 | 54 | 54 |
| 1979 | 46 | 46 |
| 1978 | 41 | 41 |
| 1977 | 42 | 42 |
| 1976 | 33 | 33 |
| 1975 | 37 | 37 |
| 1974 | 44 | 44 |
| 1973 | 40 | 40 |
| 1972 | 13 | 13 |
| 1971 | 23 | 23 |
| 1970 | 35 | 35 |
| 1969 | 22 | 22 |
| 1968 | 25 | 25 |
| 1967 | 27 | 27 |
| 1966 | 27 | 27 |
| 1965 | 22 | 22 |
| 1964 | 16 | 16 |
| 1963 | 19 | 19 |
| 1962 | 24 | 24 |
| 1961 | 20 | 20 |
| 1960 | 21 | 21 |
| 1959 | 16 | 16 |
| 1958 | 9 | 9 |
| 1957 | 15 | 15 |
| 1956 | 12 | 12 |
| 1955 | 17 | 17 |
| 1954 | 14 | 14 |
| 1953 | 7 | 7 |
| 1952 | 15 | 15 |
| 1950 | 8 | 8 |
| 1949 | 5 | 5 |
| 1946 | 7 | 7 |
| 1943 | 5 | 5 |
| 1942 | 7 | 7 |
| 1940 | 6 | 6 |
| 1938 | 5 | 5 |
| 1936 | 5 | 5 |
| 1933 | 5 | 5 |
| 1932 | 5 | 5 |
| 1931 | 9 | 9 |
| 1930 | 8 | 8 |
| 1929 | 13 | 13 |
| 1928 | 13 | 13 |
| 1927 | 11 | 11 |
| 1926 | 12 | 12 |
| 1925 | 9 | 9 |
| 1924 | 10 | 10 |
| 1923 | 12 | 12 |
| 1922 | 11 | 11 |
| 1921 | 9 | 9 |
| 1919 | 6 | 6 |
| 1917 | 8 | 8 |
| 1915 | 9 | 9 |
| 1892 | 5 | 5 |
Top States for Marko (2024)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 10 | |
| IL | 10 | |
| TX | 8 | |
| NY | 7 | |
| OH | 7 | |
| NJ | 6 | |
| MI | 5 |