US Popularity Rank: 961

Origin: Portuguese

Meaning: Marital, warlike; Dedicated to Mars; God of war

Marcos is a boy’s name with Portuguese, Spanish, and Latin origins. The name Marcos derives from the name Marcus, meaning “marital,” “warlike,” “dedicated to Mars,” as well as “god of war.” In Roman mythology, Mars was the Roman God of war and was a prominent figure within the Roman military. Marcos is the equivalent of the English name Mark and is a great name for those who are seeking to pay homage to their Latin roots. Marcos has also proved to be a popular name throughout Europe and South America.