Markos Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationMAR-kos / /ˈmɑːrkəs/Greek; Latin
Meaning
Greek: 'of Mars'; Latin: 'warlike'
Historical & Cultural Background
Markos is derived from the Greek name 'Markos', which is related to the Latin name 'Marcus'. The name has been historically associated with Saint Mark, one of the authors of the New Testament. It has been popular in various cultures, particularly in Christian communities. The name has variations in many languages, reflecting its widespread use.
Trend Summary
Markos has seen moderate popularity in the U.S., particularly among Greek communities.
Similar Names
Variants
- Marcos
- Mark
International Variants
- Marco (Italian)
- Marc (French)
- Marek (Polish)
- Marko (Slavic)
Famous people named Markos
Markos Moulitsas is a political activist and founder of the Daily Kos, a prominent liberal blog.
Markos Zafiropoulos is a Greek-American entrepreneur known for his contributions to the tech industry.
Markos Vamvakaris was a renowned Greek rebetiko musician and songwriter.
Markos Djuric is a Serbian politician and director of the Office for Kosovo and Metohija.
Fictional characters named Markos
Markos is a character in the video game 'Assassin's Creed Odyssey', serving as a merchant and father figure.
Markos is a character in the novel 'The Last Temptation of Christ' by Nikos Kazantzakis, representing a complex figure in the narrative.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Markos was first seen in the United States in 1965. Markos has ranked as high as #1359 nationally, which occurred in 2008, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Markos has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Markos (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1965 | 6 |
| 1966 | 5 |
| 1967 | 5 |
| 1968 | 6 |
| 1969 | 5 |
| 1972 | 5 |
| 1973 | 6 |
| 1974 | 6 |
| 1975 | 8 |
| 1976 | 11 |
| 1977 | 10 |
| 1978 | 9 |
| 1979 | 14 |
| 1980 | 8 |
| 1981 | 16 |
| 1982 | 7 |
| 1983 | 8 |
| 1984 | 9 |
| 1985 | 14 |
| 1986 | 8 |
| 1987 | 10 |
| 1988 | 8 |
| 1989 | 16 |
| 1990 | 17 |
| 1991 | 14 |
| 1992 | 14 |
| 1993 | 16 |
| 1994 | 22 |
| 1995 | 26 |
| 1996 | 19 |
| 1997 | 20 |
| 1998 | 25 |
| 1999 | 18 |
| 2000 | 26 |
| 2001 | 20 |
| 2002 | 22 |
| 2003 | 15 |
| 2004 | 30 |
| 2005 | 30 |
| 2006 | 25 |
| 2007 | 28 |
| 2008 | 41 |
| 2009 | 33 |
| 2010 | 29 |
| 2011 | 35 |
| 2012 | 34 |
| 2013 | 26 |
| 2014 | 25 |
| 2015 | 34 |
| 2016 | 26 |
| 2017 | 23 |
| 2018 | 26 |
| 2019 | 21 |
| 2020 | 17 |
| 2021 | 15 |
| 2022 | 17 |
| 2023 | 17 |
| 2024 | 16 |