Makarios is of Greek origin, derived from the word 'makarios', which means 'blessed' or 'happy'. This name has been traditionally used in Greece and Cyprus, where it gained prominence due to its association with Makarios III, the Archbishop of Cyprus who later became the first president of the Republic of Cyprus. Makarios is also the name of a number of saints venerated by the Eastern Orthodox Church, further contributing to its popularity. The name has a strong religious connotation and signifies a person who is believed to be blessed or fortunate.
The name Makarios experienced a surge in popularity around the late 2000s to early 2010s, with peaks of 8 and 13 births in 2010 and 2014 respectively. However, it seems to have declined since then, with an average of about 6-7 births per year from 2015 onwards, totaling 113 births overall.