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Marcio
Pronounced MAR-see-oh /ˈmɑːr.si.oʊ/Medium
Meaning: The Portuguese and Spanish form of Marcius/Marcus, from Mars, the Roman god of war — so 'dedicated to Mars; warlike; manly.' A warm, classic Latin name.Low
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History & Origin
Marcio comes from the Latin Marcius/Marcus, tied to Mars, 'dedicated to Mars; warlike.' It reads warm and classic in Portuguese and Spanish tradition — rare in the U.S. (said 'MAR-see-oh').
It appears only rarely for boys in the U.S., more familiar in Latin communities. Rare, classic, and warm.
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What does the name Marcio mean?
Marcio is a Portuguese/Spanish form of Marcus, from Mars, 'dedicated to Mars; warlike.'
How do you pronounce Marcio?
It's said MAR-see-oh /ˈmɑːr.si.oʊ/ — three syllables, stress on the first.
Is Marcio a boy or girl name?
Marcio is a boy's name.
How popular is Marcio?
Marcio is a rare name for boys in the U.S.