Marco is a moderately popular boys' name in England & Wales, ranking #475 in 2021 with 85 recorded births. This places Marco in the top 8% of ranked UK boys' names for the year. Its actual usage is classified as Moderately Popular. The name reached its all-time peak in 2019 with 118 births ranking #372. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 11.8%. In 2021, approximately 1 in every 3,470 boys born was named Marco. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.
Marco is the Italian form of Mark and belongs to the long Roman name family associated with Mars. It feels bright, international, and easy to wear.
The name has been used for centuries across southern Europe and became especially recognisable worldwide through travel, sport, and popular culture. Its strength lies in its simplicity and mobility.