Marcos Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationMAR-kos / ˈmɑːrkəsSpanish; Portuguese; Latin
Meaning
Latin: 'warlike'; Spanish: 'of Mars'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Marcos is derived from the Latin name 'Marcus', which is associated with the Roman god of war, Mars. It is commonly used in Spanish and Portuguese-speaking countries. The name has been popularized through various historical and religious figures, including Saint Mark, one of the four Evangelists in Christianity. Marcos has also been a common name in literature and culture throughout the centuries.
Trend Summary
Marcos has seen consistent use in Spanish-speaking countries, with moderate popularity in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Marco
- Markos
International Variants
- Marcos (Spanish)
- Marcos (Portuguese)
- Marc (French)
- Mark (English)
Famous people named Marcos
Marcos Alonso, a Spanish professional footballer known for his time with clubs like Chelsea and the Spanish national team.
Marcos Baghdatis, a retired Cypriot professional tennis player who reached the Australian Open final in 2006.
Marcos Pontes, a Brazilian astronaut and the first Brazilian to go to space.
Marcos Maidana, an Argentine professional boxer known for his achievements in the welterweight division.
Fictional characters named Marcos
Marcos (The Last of Us Part II) is a character in the video game known for his role in the post-apocalyptic narrative.
Marcos (The Simpsons) appears as a minor character in the animated series, contributing to various storylines.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Marcos was first seen in the United States in 1888. Marcos has ranked as high as #440 nationally, which occurred in 2001, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Florida, and Arizona. In the past 5 years the name Marcos has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Marcos (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 133 | |
| CA | 133 | |
| FL | 48 | |
| AZ | 23 | |
| NY | 22 | |
| TN | 19 | |
| NC | 17 | |
| GA | 17 | |
| WA | 15 | |
| IL | 13 | |
| VA | 13 | |
| PA | 13 | |
| IN | 12 | |
| MD | 10 | |
| NM | 9 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1888 | 5 |
| 1904 | 6 |
| 1905 | 7 |
| 1906 | 7 |
| 1907 | 6 |
| 1908 | 7 |
| 1911 | 7 |
| 1912 | 12 |
| 1913 | 13 |
| 1914 | 27 |
| 1915 | 24 |
| 1916 | 21 |
| 1917 | 39 |
| 1918 | 30 |
| 1919 | 36 |
| 1920 | 48 |
| 1921 | 56 |
| 1922 | 30 |
| 1923 | 54 |
| 1924 | 44 |
| 1925 | 46 |
| 1926 | 34 |
| 1927 | 54 |
| 1928 | 53 |
| 1929 | 48 |
| 1930 | 43 |
| 1931 | 54 |
| 1932 | 41 |
| 1933 | 40 |
| 1934 | 38 |
| 1935 | 35 |
| 1936 | 40 |
| 1937 | 27 |
| 1938 | 42 |
| 1939 | 39 |
| 1940 | 48 |
| 1941 | 40 |
| 1942 | 47 |
| 1943 | 45 |
| 1944 | 41 |
| 1945 | 52 |
| 1946 | 70 |
| 1947 | 53 |
| 1948 | 75 |
| 1949 | 84 |
| 1950 | 94 |
| 1951 | 82 |
| 1952 | 95 |
| 1953 | 94 |
| 1954 | 99 |
| 1955 | 107 |
| 1956 | 103 |
| 1957 | 109 |
| 1958 | 126 |
| 1959 | 153 |
| 1960 | 165 |
| 1961 | 177 |
| 1962 | 186 |
| 1963 | 187 |
| 1964 | 220 |
| 1965 | 245 |
| 1966 | 199 |
| 1967 | 248 |
| 1968 | 265 |
| 1969 | 308 |
| 1970 | 367 |
| 1971 | 362 |
| 1972 | 406 |
| 1973 | 454 |
| 1974 | 463 |
| 1975 | 521 |
| 1976 | 451 |
| 1977 | 527 |
| 1978 | 528 |
| 1979 | 531 |
| 1980 | 630 |
| 1981 | 631 |
| 1982 | 623 |
| 1983 | 672 |
| 1984 | 665 |
| 1985 | 725 |
| 1986 | 738 |
| 1987 | 705 |
| 1988 | 727 |
| 1989 | 805 |
| 1990 | 962 |
| 1991 | 1,028 |
| 1992 | 1,077 |
| 1993 | 1,113 |
| 1994 | 1,139 |
| 1995 | 1,144 |
| 1996 | 1,350 |
| 1997 | 1,320 |
| 1998 | 1,341 |
| 1999 | 1,316 |
| 2000 | 1,407 |
| 2001 | 1,415 |
| 2002 | 1,327 |
| 2003 | 1,379 |
| 2004 | 1,369 |
| 2005 | 1,360 |
| 2006 | 1,386 |
| 2007 | 1,388 |
| 2008 | 1,349 |
| 2009 | 1,212 |
| 2010 | 1,027 |
| 2011 | 891 |
| 2012 | 893 |
| 2013 | 870 |
| 2014 | 769 |
| 2015 | 762 |
| 2016 | 721 |
| 2017 | 732 |
| 2018 | 705 |
| 2019 | 658 |
| 2020 | 621 |
| 2021 | 601 |
| 2022 | 619 |
| 2023 | 638 |
| 2024 | 639 |