"fortunate, favored by God"
Origin: Greek
Language: Greek
Macari
Pronunciation: [ m-ahk-AHR-ee ]
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A radiant Greek name from the Beatitudes meaning truly blessed
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The Story of Macari
Macari derives from the Greek Makarios (μακάριος), meaning blessed or happy. It was one of the most important words in ancient Greek philosophy and early Christianity, appearing in the Beatitudes of the Sermon on the Mount (Blessed are the poor in spirit...). The name spread throughout the Eastern Christian world and became popular among saints and monks.
Macari and its variants (Macarius, Makar, Macario) are most common in Eastern Orthodox Christian communities — Russia, Greece, Serbia, and Romania — where saint names hold great weight. The name is rarely used in Western English-speaking countries.
Several saints bore the name Macarius, most notably Macarius of Egypt (c. 300-391 AD), a Desert Father and mystic revered across Eastern Orthodox, Catholic, and Coptic churches. The name carries deep monastic and contemplative associations.
Historical Record
Macari first appeared in US Social Security records in 2006.
Over 206 babies have been named Macari in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Macari is rising quickly in popularity , currently ranked #5,327 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- The Greek word makarios appears in the Beatitudes eight times, giving this name a direct Biblical resonance
- Makarios III was the first President of Cyprus (1959-1977), making Macari a name with statesman associations
- Saint Macarius of Egypt was one of the most famous Desert Fathers, known for extreme asceticism and miraculous healings
Macari in Other Languages
Greek
Μακάριος
Latin
Macarius
Arabic
ماكاريوس
Italian
Macario
Russian
Макарий
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Macario
Popularity Over Time
#5,327
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Macarius of Egypt
Religious
Desert Father and Christian mystic (c. 300-391 AD), revered as a saint in Orthodox and Catholic churches
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #5,327
- Total SSA Count
- 18
- Cultural Origins
- Greek Italian Eastern European Christian
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Formal
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Low
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Mac
Cari
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Frequently Asked Questions About Macari
What does the name Macari mean?
"fortunate, favored by God" (from Greek). Macari derives from the Greek Makarios (μακάριος), meaning blessed or happy. It was one of the most important words in ancient Greek philosophy and early Christianity, appearing in the Beatitudes of the Sermon on the Mount (Blessed are the poor in spirit...). The name spread throughout the Eastern Christian world and became popular among saints and monks.
What is the origin of the name Macari?
Macari has Greek, Italian, Eastern European, and Christian origins. In Greek, it means "fortunate, favored by God".
Is Macari a boy or girl name?
Macari is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #5327. As a girl name, it is ranked #26554. Macari is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Macari?
Macari is pronounced m-ahk-AHR-ee.
How popular is the name Macari?
Macari is currently ranked #5327 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Macari?
Common nicknames for Macari include Mac and Cari.
What are good middle names for Macari?
Popular middle name pairings include Macari James, Macari Joseph, Macari Thomas, Macari Anthony, Macari Nicholas, and Macari Peter.
What are good sibling names for Macari?
Names that pair well with Macari as siblings include Demetrios, Nico, Elena, Xenia, Alexios, Katerina, and Isidore.
How many syllables does Macari have?
Macari has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Macari a common or rare name?
Macari is an uncommon name, ranked #5327 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Macari
Macari is a boy name with Greek, Italian, Eastern European, and Christian origins . The name means "fortunate, favored by God" in Greek .
Is Macari a boy or girl name? Macari is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #5,327 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #26,554. Macari is more commonly used as a boy name.
Macari is currently ranked #5,327 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Macari has 3 syllables and is pronounced m-ahk-AHR-ee, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Macari include Mac and Cari. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Macari include Macallan, Macario . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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