Marco
Marco is a boys' name of Italian origin meaning “warlike, dedicated to Mars.” It ranked #370 in the United States in 2025.
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how do you pronounce Marco?
MAR-koh
where does the name Marco come from?
The Italian form of the Latin Marcus, an adjective referring to the Roman god Mars.
The Italian form of Mark, forever associated with Marco Polo, the Venetian explorer who opened the Silk Road to European consciousness. The name also honors the patron saint of Venice. It is direct, strong, and carries the spirit of adventure and discovery.
how popular is this name?
Marco has appeared in the US top 1,000 in 91 years since 1918, and fell outside it for 17. It peaked at #174 in 1996, and ranked #370 in 2025.
See the milestone years
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2025 | #370 |
| 2024 | #386 |
| 2023 | #382 |
| 2022 | #371 |
| 2021 | #399 |
| 2020 | #393 |
| 2019 | #379 |
| 2018 | #360 |
| 2017 | #336 |
| 2016 | #326 |
| 2010 | #264 |
| 2000 | #181 |
| 1996 | #174 |
| 1990 | #226 |
| 1980 | #233 |
| 1970 | #293 |
| 1960 | #549 |
| 1950 | #767 |
| 1930 | #928 |
| 1920 | #987 |
| 1918 | #966 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset (through 2025). Years absent from the table are years Marco fell outside the top 1,000.
the history of Marco
Marco Polo, the Venetian explorer, is its most famous bearer, and Saint Mark, Marco in Italian, is the patron saint of Venice.
who are famous people named Marco?
- Marco Polo (Venetian explorer)
- Marco Pierre White (celebrity chef)
what names are similar to Marco?
what names go well with Marco?
Sibling names that share Marco's rhythm and register without echoing it too closely.
quick answers about Marco
What does the name Marco mean?
Marco means “warlike, dedicated to Mars”.
What is the origin of the name Marco?
Marco comes from the Italian naming tradition.
How popular is the name Marco?
Marco ranked #370 in the US in 2025, according to Social Security data. Its best year was 1996, at #174, and it has spent 91 years in the top 1,000 since 1918.
Is Marco a boy or girl name?
Marco is primarily a boys' name.
How do you pronounce Marco?
Marco is pronounced MAR-koh, with 2 syllables.
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