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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Connected/consecrated to Mars, the Roman god of war (often glossed as 'warlike')
- Origin
- Latin
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- MARK
Mark is a Latin name connected to Mars, the Roman god of war, often glossed simply as 'warlike.' It's a one-syllable name, pronounced MARK, and carries a vintage quality that fits its long run in US naming records. If you want a classic, no-frills name with Roman roots, Mark fits that description.
Meaning & Origin of Mark
Meaning: Connected/consecrated to Mars, the Roman god of war (often glossed as 'warlike').
Origin: Latin.
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Mark
MARKIPA /ˈmɑːrk/
Popularity of Mark
Mark peaked at #6 in 1959, when 56,946 boys received the name, and has since settled to #246 in 2024 with 1,437 babies given the name, based on Social Security data spanning 1880 to 2024.
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FAQ
What does the name Mark mean?
Connected/consecrated to Mars, the Roman god of war (often glossed as ‘warlike’). (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Mark?
Mark is pronounced MARK (IPA: /ˈmɑːrk/).
Is Mark a popular name right now?
Mark peaked at #6 in 1959 and is ranked #246 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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