Mark Zavala

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Mark Zavala — of Mars
1.4 million People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Mark Zavala is a name that combines Latin origins. The first name Mark is a masculine given name of Latin origin. From the Latin Marcus, possibly derived from the Roman god Mars or from mas (male). One of the four evangelists. The surname Zavala: Zavala (producer), American record producer Aaron Zavala (born 2000), an American baseball outfielder and third baseman Adina Emilia De Zavala (1861–1955), American teacher, historian and preservationist África Zavala (born 1985), Mexican actress Alejandra Zavala (born 1984), Mexican sport shooter Alfredo de Zavala y Lafora (1893–1995), Spanish lawyer, Governor of the Bank of Spain, Minister of Finance America Vera Zavala (born 1976), Swedish politician and political writer Ana Rubio Zavala (born 1993), Spanish Paralympic swimmer Andrés Allamand Zavala (born 1956), Chilean politician Aremi Fue. Mark is one of the most widespread first names worldwide, carried by approximately 1.4 million people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Mark reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Mark

Meaning: of Mars

Latin

From the Latin Marcus, possibly derived from the Roman god Mars or from mas (male). One of the four evangelists.

Surname: Zavala

Spanish

Zavala (producer), American record producer Aaron Zavala (born 2000), an American baseball outfielder and third baseman Adina Emilia De Zavala (1861–1955), American teacher, historian and preservationist África Zavala (born 1985), Mexican actress Alejandra Zavala (born 1984), Mexican sport shooter Alfredo de Zavala y Lafora (1893–1995), Spanish lawyer, Governor of the Bank of Spain, Minister of Finance America Vera Zavala (born 1976), Swedish politician and political writer Ana Rubio Zavala (born 1993), Spanish Paralympic swimmer Andrés Allamand Zavala (born 1956), Chilean politician Aremi Fue.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Mark 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 Mark by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Name Variants & Related Names

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

  • Marco
  • Marcos
  • Marc
  • Marek
  • Marko

Notable People Named Mark Zavala

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 Mark Zavala:

7
Expression Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

4
Soul Urge Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

3
Personality Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

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 Mark?
The first name Mark originates from Latin. From the Latin Marcus, possibly derived from the Roman god Mars or from mas (male). One of the four evangelists.
When was Mark most popular?
The name Mark reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Zavala?
The surname Zavala originates from Spanish. Zavala (producer), American record producer Aaron Zavala (born 2000), an American baseball outfielder and third baseman Adina Emilia De Zavala (1861–1955), American teacher, historian and preservationist África Zavala (born 1985), Mexican actress Alejandra Zavala (born 1984), Mexican sport shooter Alfredo de Zavala y Lafora (1893–1995), Spanish lawyer, Governor of the Bank of Spain, Minister of Finance America Vera Zavala (born 1976), Swedish politician and political writer Ana Rubio Zavala (born 1993), Spanish Paralympic swimmer Andrés Allamand Zavala (born 1956), Chilean politician Aremi Fue.
What are the origins of the name Mark Zavala?
The name Mark Zavala combines two different traditions: the first name Mark has Latin roots, while the surname Zavala originates from Spanish.
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