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Marco

English translation/equivalent: Mark

Origin: Derived from the Latin first name Martcus or Marticos, subsequently Marcus, meaning "sacred, dedicated to the god Mars," god of spring and of war.

Name Day/Onomastico: April 25—in memory of St. Mark the Evangelist.

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