Philip vs Marcos

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Marcos

Boy #483 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"of Mars, consecrated to the god of war"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

Spanish Portuguese Brazilian Filipino

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#483
Total SSA Count
639
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Philip Rank #522
Marcos Rank #483

Marcos is more popular, ranked #483 vs #522 for Philip.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Philip or Marcos more popular?

Marcos is more popular, ranked #483 compared to Philip at #522 in the United States.

What do Philip and Marcos mean?

Philip means "lover of horses" (Greek origin). Marcos means "of Mars, consecrated to the god of war" (Latin origin).

Are Philip and Marcos boy or girl names?

Philip is primarily a boy name. Marcos is primarily a boy name.

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