Marco
Marco is a Christian boy name of Latin, via Italian origin, meaning “Dedicated to Mars”.
| Meaning | Dedicated to Mars |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Latin, via Italian |
| Pronunciation | MAR-koh |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | Italy, Spain, Netherlands, Worldwide |
Meaning and origin of Marco
Marco is the Italian, Spanish and Portuguese form of the Latin Marcus, one of the few personal names used in ancient Rome. It is usually linked to Mars, the Roman god of war, which is where the meaning 'warlike' comes from. Its Christian use rests on Saint Mark the Evangelist, whose relics made him patron of Venice. The Venetian traveller Marco Polo is the most famous bearer.
Is Marco a Christian name?
Marco honours Saint Mark, traditionally the author of the second Gospel. Though its roots are Roman and pagan, it has been a Christian name since the early church.
How popular is Marco?
A long-time favourite in Italy and widely used across Europe and the Americas.
Gifts with the name Marco
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Spellings and variants of Marco
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Marco mean?
Marco means 'Dedicated to Mars'. It is of Latin, via Italian origin.
Is Marco a Christian name?
Marco honours Saint Mark, traditionally the author of the second Gospel. Though its roots are Roman and pagan, it has been a Christian name since the early church.
How do you pronounce Marco?
Marco is pronounced MAR-koh.
Is Marco a boy or girl name?
Marco is usually a boy name.