Marcos Monteiro Name Origin
/MAR-koh mon-TEH-roh/-
Brazilian (Hispanic/Latino) 60% -
Portuguese (European) 30%
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Angolan (African) 10%
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Name Details
- First Name: Marcos
- Last Name: Monteiro
- Name Order: Western
- Gender: Male
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Name Origin
The name 'Marcos' is a common Portuguese and Spanish given name derived from the Latin 'Marcus,' meaning 'dedicated to Mars,' the Roman god of war. 'Monteiro' is a Portuguese surname meaning 'mountaineer' or 'of the mountain,' often indicating geographical origin or occupation. The combination suggests origins in Portuguese-speaking countries, especially Brazil, Portugal, or former Portuguese colonies.
Name Trends
This chart shows how many babies were given the name Marcos each year, based on data from the U.S. Government's Social Security Administration (SSA).