Meaning, origin and history of the name Macario

Gender Masculine

Pronounced Pron. /ma.ˈka.ɾjo/ [key·simplify]

Meaning & History

Spanish form of the Latin name Macarius, derived from the Greek name Μακάριος (Makarios), which was in turn derived from Greek μάκαρ (makar) meaning "blessed, happy". This was the name of several early saints.

Related Names

Feminine FormMacaria

Other Languages & CulturesKari(Finnish) Macarius, Makarios(Late Greek) Makar, Makari, Makariy(Russian)

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Popularity

People think this name is

classic mature formal upper class wholesome strong strange complex serious

Name Days

Italy: December 20

Spain: March 10

Images

Icon depicting Saint Macarius of Egypt with a cherub

Macario