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Marco
Of Mars
Origin
Latin
Used in
ites
Popularity
#20 in the Italian baby-name ranking
Origin and meaning of Marco
Marco comes from the Latin Marcus, probably 'dedicated to Mars', the god of war. A very ancient Roman name, it was borne by Saint Mark the Evangelist, patron of Venice, and by the philosopher-emperor Marcus Aurelius. Among the most common in Italy, its most famous traveller is the Venetian Marco Polo. Mark, Marc and Marcos make it a Western classic.
Variants around the world
How Marco sounds in other languages.
MarkMarcMarcosMarkus
Famous people
- Marco Polo— explorer
- Marco Aurelio— emperor
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Marco mean?
The name Marco means Of Mars.
What is the origin of the name Marco?
Origin of Marco: Latin.
What are the international variants of the name Marco?
International variants of Marco: Mark, Marc, Marcos, and Markus.