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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Blessed, happy
- Origin
- Greek (via Latin, from makarios, 'blessed')
- Gender
- Primarily used for boys
- Pronunciation
- muh-KAIR-ee-us
Macarius is a Greek name that came into English by way of Latin, from makarios, meaning 'blessed.' It means blessed or happy, and it's pronounced muh-KAIR-ee-us.
Meaning & Origin of Macarius
Meaning: Blessed, happy.
Origin: Greek (via Latin, from makarios, 'blessed').
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Macarius
muh-KAIR-ee-usIPA /məˈkɛəriəs/
Popularity of Macarius
Macarius has always been a rare name in the U.S. Its highest ranking was #4621 in 2012, when 21 babies were given the name. By 2024 it had slipped to #9498, with 8 babies.
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FAQ
What does the name Macarius mean?
Blessed, happy. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Macarius?
Macarius is pronounced muh-KAIR-ee-us (IPA: /məˈkɛəriəs/).
Is Macarius a popular name right now?
Macarius peaked at #4621 in 2012 and is ranked #9498 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 2005–2024.)
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