Marco Amaral

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Marco Amaral — of Mars
50K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Marco Amaral is a name that combines Latin origins. The first name Marco is a masculine given name of Latin origin. Dal latino Marcus, forse connesso al dio Marte. Uno dei quattro evangelisti. Marco Polo rese il nome universalmente celebre. The surname Amaral: Amaral ([ɐmɐˈɾal] or [amaˈɾaw]) is a Portuguese-language surname of toponymic origin (from the central-northern Portuguese region of Beira), relatively common in Portugal and Brazil, amongst other countries. Its meaning probably comes from a plantation of a variety of grapes (azal tinto) known as amara (from the Latin language amarus/amara – "bitter", because of the taste of the fruit), used to produce wine, and the suffix -al denotes plantation. Amaral means a plantation of amaras. Marco is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 50K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Marco reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Marco

Meaning: of Mars

Latin

Dal latino Marcus, forse connesso al dio Marte. Uno dei quattro evangelisti. Marco Polo rese il nome universalmente celebre.

Surname: Amaral

Latin

Amaral ([ɐmɐˈɾal] or [amaˈɾaw]) is a Portuguese-language surname of toponymic origin (from the central-northern Portuguese region of Beira), relatively common in Portugal and Brazil, amongst other countries. Its meaning probably comes from a plantation of a variety of grapes (azal tinto) known as amara (from the Latin language amarus/amara – "bitter", because of the taste of the fruit), used to produce wine, and the suffix -al denotes plantation. Amaral means a plantation of amaras.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Marco is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 34%
Italy 15%
Spain 12%
Brazil 17%
France 10%
Mexico 12%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Marco by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Name Variants & Related Names

The name Marco has several variants and related forms across different languages and cultures:

  • Marc
  • Mark
  • Marcos
  • Marko

Notable People Named Marco Amaral

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Marco Amaral:

6
Expression Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

1
Soul Urge Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

5
Personality Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Marco?
The first name Marco originates from Latin. Dal latino Marcus, forse connesso al dio Marte. Uno dei quattro evangelisti. Marco Polo rese il nome universalmente celebre.
When was Marco most popular?
The name Marco reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Amaral?
The surname Amaral originates from Latin. Amaral ([ɐmɐˈɾal] or [amaˈɾaw]) is a Portuguese-language surname of toponymic origin (from the central-northern Portuguese region of Beira), relatively common in Portugal and Brazil, amongst other countries. Its meaning probably comes from a plantation of a variety of grapes (azal tinto) known as amara (from the Latin language amarus/amara – "bitter", because of the taste of the fruit), used to produce wine, and the suffix -al denotes plantation. Amaral means a plantation of amaras.
How common is the surname Amaral?
The surname Amaral is shared by approximately 10K people worldwide.
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