Makar

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Pronounced mah-KAR /mɑˈkɑr/Medium

Meaning: Russian form of Macarius — from Greek makarios, 'blessed, happy'Medium

In 30 seconds: Blessed and happy: Makar is the Russian Macarius — 'blessed'. Warm, classic, and distinctive (a Chekhov-era name).

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Origin HighGreek, Russian

MeaningRussian form of Macarius — from Greek makarios, 'blessed, happy'

U.S. rank (2025)#4634 ↘ Falling

2025 U.S. births22 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2024

Total births (all-time)≈ 213

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Makar is the Russian form of Macarius — from Greek makarios, 'blessed, happy' (borne by several saints). A warm, classic name across Russia and the Orthodox world.

In the U.S. it appears in Slavic families. Rare, blessed at the root, and warm.

Did you know? Makar is the Russian form of Macarius, from Greek makarios, 'blessed, happy' — a warm, classic name across Russia (and saints' calendars).

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Behind the Name — Makar — etymology

Variations

MacariusMakariMakarios

Nicknames

Maka

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Makar mean?

Makar is the Russian Macarius — Greek 'blessed, happy'.

How do you pronounce Makar?

It's said mah-KAR /mɑˈkɑr/ — two syllables, stress on the second.

Is Makar a boy or girl name?

Makar is a boy's name.

How popular is Makar?

Makar is a rare name in the U.S.