Marek
Marek is a boy's name of Slavic origin.
Meaning
Dedicated to Mars; warlike.
Origin and history
Marek is a West Slavic variation of the Latin name Marcus, historically connected to the god Mars. It is particularly popular in Poland, the Czech Republic, and Slovakia. In the United States, it remains a relatively rare but steadily used choice for boys.
Popularity in the United States
3,136 babies in the United States have been named Marek since 1880. It ranks #2302 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1567.
States where it is most popular
- IL (17.8 %)
- CA (15.2 %)
- TX (10.4 %)
- MI (10 %)
- CO (8.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 16 |
| 1960-1970 | 86 |
| 1970-1980 | 147 |
| 1980-1990 | 219 |
| 1990-2000 | 292 |
| 2000-2010 | 948 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,067 |
| 2020-2029 | 361 |
Famous people named Marek
- Marek Hamsik: Soccer player
- Marek Zidlicky: Ice hockey player
Fun facts
- Marek serves as the direct West Slavic equivalent of the English name Mark or Marcus.
- While widely recognized across Eastern Europe, Marek is a unique alternative to Mark in the United States.