Mareks

Mareks is a masculine given name used in Latvia and among Latvian-speaking communities. In Latvian contexts, it is a form related to the name Mark/Marcus used in other languages. The name is relatively common for boys and appears in contemporary usage as well as historical records in Latvia. Variants in other languages include Markus, Mark, and Marko, while Mareks may be seen as the local adaptation of those names in Latvian.

The name is primarily used as a given name, and while it is most strongly associated with Latvia, it can also occur in Latvian diaspora communities. It is less common as a surname, but occasional uses of Mareks as a family name can be found in records of individuals of Latvian descent.

Notable people named Mareks span various fields, including sports, the arts, and science, reflecting the name’s broad presence in Latvian society. As with many given names, the popularity of Mareks has fluctuated over time, shaped by cultural trends and naming conventions within Latvia.

Note: Mareks should not be confused with Marek's disease, a separate and well-known viral disease of chickens named after the veterinarian József Marek. The similarity in spelling is incidental and the two refer to different concepts.