Of Mars; warlike
Marko is the Slavic and German variation of the Latin name Marcus. It is derived from the Roman god Mars, traditionally associated with war and strength. While very popular in Eastern Europe and the Balkans, it remains a distinctive alternative to Mark or Marco in the United States.
Less common today
Marko isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #1,215 in 2006.
US births per 5-year period, 1990โpresent (SSA data).
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