Makarios

Meaning of Makarios

Makarios is a masculine name of Greek origin, deriving from the ancient word makários meaning “blessed” or “happy.” Pronounced mah-KAR-ee-os (/mɑˈkɑrjəs/) in Greek, it entered Christian traditions through early figures like Macarius of Egypt and Macarius the Great, whose theological writings shaped monastic life across the Byzantine Empire and were transmitted into Latin through ecclesiastical texts. In modern use it remains uncommon yet consistent in the United States, recording seven newborns in 2024 at rank 917 after minor fluctuations within the 800–950 band over the past two decades. Its classical resonance and hagiographic heritage lend it a dignified yet approachable quality, appealing to parents seeking a name with historical depth and a concise, melodic sound.

Pronunciation

Greek

• Pronunced as mah-KAR-ee-os (/mɑˈkɑrjəs/)

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