Makarios
m(a)-ka-rios
US Popularity:21567
Origin:Greek
Meaning:Fortunate, blessed
With Greek origins, Makarios is a boy’s name with the charming meaning of "fortunate" and “blessed.” In ancient Greece, the locals would often describe the gods of Mount Olympus as makarios. This is because they quite literally lived a blessed life of lounging around and enjoying all of their godly privileges. Makarios was also the name of the first president of Cyprus and bishop, Makarios III.
How Popular Is The Name Makarios?
U.S. Births
Overall:Makarios is currently #21567 in U.S. births
Boy:Makarios is currently #10494 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2024
#10494
in 2024
- 1849
from 2023
Sources
Behind the Name, Makarios, October 2024
Behind the Name, Macario, May 2020
Name Doctor, Makários
Britannica, Makarios III, bishop and president of Cyprus, August 2024
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