Meaning, origin, history
Marik is a name of Polish origin and it means "the lord is my light". It is derived from the Polish word "Marek", which is the Polish form of the Latin name Mark. The name Marik has been used in Poland for centuries, but it gained popularity worldwide thanks to the character Marik Ishtar from the popular anime series Yu-Gi-Oh!. Despite its recent popularity due to this fictional character, Marik has a rich history and cultural significance in Poland.
In numbers
Popularity of the name Marik since 1880
Total births
271
Total since 1880
Peak year
2018
27 births
in 2023
18
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
+80%
↗
vs previous 5 years