Makar
Meaning of Makar
The name Makar is a strong and distinctive choice for boys, with roots in Russian culture. Pronounced as mah-KAR (/mɑˈkar/), it carries a sense of tradition and history. Makar is derived from the Greek name Makarios, meaning "blessed" or "happy," which reflects positive connotations of joy and fortune. A variation of this name is Makariy, which shares similar cultural significance. In the United States, Makar has seen modest usage over the years, with its popularity fluctuating slightly but remaining relatively uncommon. The highest recorded occurrence was in 2023 with 23 newborns named Makar, ranking at 4433. This unique and meaningful name offers a rich cultural heritage and an appealing sound that stands out without being overly trendy.
Pronunciation
Russian
- Pronunced as mah-KAR (/mɑˈkar/)
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Notable People Named Makar
| Makar Fomich Teryokhin was a Soviet Army lieutenant general and a Hero of the Soviet Union. |
| Makar Denisovich Ignatov is a Russian figure skater known for his achievements, including winning the 2019 CS Nebelhorn Trophy and earning medals at the Rostelecom Cup and Russian national championships. |
| Makar Mykhaylovych Honcharenko was a prominent Ukrainian football player and coach, known for his time as a forward with Dynamo Kyiv. |
| Makar Borisovich Yurchenko is a Russian-born Kazakh motorcycle racer. |
| Makar Litskevich is a Belarusian professional footballer currently playing for Shakhtyor Petrikov on loan from Shakhtyor Soligorsk. |
