Marko
(source: State Statistical Office, 2025)
6,515
6,515 people in North Macedonia carry this name
Meaning
The name Marko is considered a form of Mark, which comes from the Latin name Marcus. Its exact origin is not completely certain, since the provided data gives several interpretations. The most common explanation connects the name with the Roman god Mars, so its meaning may be understood as “dedicated to Mars.” Another interpretation links it to Martius, meaning “born in March,” since the month of March is associated with Mars. Other explanations connect it with mas, maris, meaning “manly,” or with marceo, meaning “weak,” “withered,” or “limp.”
The name also carries a strong cultural and religious context through Saint Mark, who is traditionally associated with the second gospel in the New Testament. The provided data notes that the author’s identity is not completely certain, but some traditions identify him with John Mark from the Acts of the Apostles. He is also mentioned as the patron saint of Venice, where he is supposedly buried.
Marko is a widely used international name with many forms across languages. Related forms mentioned in the sources include Mark, Marcus, Marco, Marcos, Marek, Markku, Marcu, and others. The feminine form given in the data is Marka.