Rafael vs Marco

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Marco

Boy #387 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"of Mars, warlike"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

Italian Spanish Portuguese Latin American Croatian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#387
Total SSA Count
840
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Rafael Rank #222
Marco Rank #387

Rafael is more popular, ranked #222 vs #387 for Marco.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rafael or Marco more popular?

Rafael is more popular, ranked #222 compared to Marco at #387 in the United States.

What do Rafael and Marco mean?

Rafael means "God has healed" (Hebrew origin). Marco means "of Mars, warlike" (Latin origin).

Are Rafael and Marco boy or girl names?

Rafael is primarily a boy name. Marco is primarily a boy name.

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