Markovi

Markovi is a term that appears in several South Slavic naming traditions. In many contexts, it functions as a surname or as a plural or patronymic form derived from the given name Marko (the equivalent of Mark). As such, Markovi can denote “the Markos” or “the family of Marko” in languages that use the suffix -ovi to indicate a plural or familial association.

Etymology and form: The root Marko is a widely used given name in Slavic and Christian-influenced regions, descended from Marcus. The suffix -ovi is a masculine plural or possessive marker in several South Slavic languages, and when attached to Marko it yields forms that may appear as Markovi in written records, particularly when diacritics are omitted.

Usage and examples: Markovi may be encountered in genealogical records, census lists, or official documents as a family surname. It can also appear as a toponym or as a component of a longer place name in some contexts, though such usage is less common than as a surname. Variants with diacritics, such as Markovići or Marković, are more typical in everyday usage for the corresponding names.

Notable people and places: Without a specific country or context, no single notable subject named Markovi is identified here. Individuals with this surname would generally be listed under their full name with regional spelling variations.

See also: Marković, Markov, Marko.