Marek Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationMAH-rek / ˈmɑːrɛkSlavic; Czech; Polish
Meaning
Warlike; Mars (the Roman god of war)
Historical & Cultural Background
Marek is a masculine given name commonly found in Slavic countries, particularly in Poland and the Czech Republic. It is derived from the Latin name Marcus, which is associated with the Roman god of war, Mars. The name has been popular in various forms throughout history and is often used in Christian contexts due to its biblical connections. In modern times, Marek remains a popular choice for boys in several Eastern European countries.
Trend Summary
Marek has seen moderate popularity in the United States, particularly among families with Eastern European heritage.
Similar Names
Variants
- Marekko
- Marik
International Variants
- Marko (Slavic)
- Marco (Italian)
- Marcus (Latin)
- Marek (Czech)
- Marek (Polish)
Famous people named Marek
Marek Edelman was a Polish physician and a prominent leader of the Warsaw Ghetto Uprising during World War II.
Marek Hamsik is a Slovak professional footballer known for his time with Napoli and the Slovak national team.
Marek Belka is a Polish economist and politician who served as the Prime Minister of Poland.
Marek Jurek is a Polish politician and former Speaker of the Sejm, known for his conservative views.
Fictional characters named Marek
Marek is a character in the video game 'The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt', serving as a minor NPC.
Marek is a character in the novel 'The Last Wish' by Andrzej Sapkowski, part of 'The Witcher' series.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Marek was first seen in the United States in 1956. Marek has ranked as high as #1207 nationally, which occurred in 2010, and has been most popular in Illinois, California, Texas, Michigan, and Colorado. In the past 5 years the name Marek has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Marek (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 7 | |
| CA | 7 | |
| MI | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1956 | 5 |
| 1958 | 6 |
| 1959 | 5 |
| 1961 | 7 |
| 1962 | 9 |
| 1964 | 10 |
| 1965 | 8 |
| 1966 | 6 |
| 1967 | 13 |
| 1968 | 20 |
| 1969 | 13 |
| 1970 | 16 |
| 1971 | 11 |
| 1972 | 10 |
| 1973 | 16 |
| 1974 | 15 |
| 1975 | 14 |
| 1976 | 15 |
| 1977 | 18 |
| 1978 | 12 |
| 1979 | 20 |
| 1980 | 20 |
| 1981 | 23 |
| 1982 | 17 |
| 1983 | 20 |
| 1984 | 21 |
| 1985 | 13 |
| 1986 | 25 |
| 1987 | 21 |
| 1988 | 25 |
| 1989 | 34 |
| 1990 | 15 |
| 1991 | 24 |
| 1992 | 24 |
| 1993 | 23 |
| 1994 | 43 |
| 1995 | 32 |
| 1996 | 32 |
| 1997 | 31 |
| 1998 | 32 |
| 1999 | 36 |
| 2000 | 36 |
| 2001 | 49 |
| 2002 | 61 |
| 2003 | 65 |
| 2004 | 100 |
| 2005 | 104 |
| 2006 | 122 |
| 2007 | 143 |
| 2008 | 129 |
| 2009 | 139 |
| 2010 | 145 |
| 2011 | 109 |
| 2012 | 99 |
| 2013 | 129 |
| 2014 | 109 |
| 2015 | 111 |
| 2016 | 108 |
| 2017 | 90 |
| 2018 | 101 |
| 2019 | 66 |
| 2020 | 66 |
| 2021 | 63 |
| 2022 | 73 |
| 2023 | 54 |
| 2024 | 55 |