Marci
Marci is a girl's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Dedicated to Mars or warlike.
Origin and history
Marci is a feminine name of Latin origin, derived from Marcia or Marcia's diminutive forms, ultimately linked to Mars, the Roman god of war. It achieved moderate popularity in the United States during the mid-to-late 20th century. Today, it remains a familiar yet uncommon choice for American parents.
Popularity in the United States
14,026 babies in the United States have been named Marci since 1880. It ranks #1336 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1947.
States where it is most popular
- CA (13.9 %)
- PA (8.7 %)
- NY (7.9 %)
- TX (7.4 %)
- MI (6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 11 |
| 1940-1950 | 146 |
| 1950-1960 | 1,440 |
| 1960-1970 | 3,834 |
| 1970-1980 | 4,916 |
| 1980-1990 | 2,482 |
| 1990-2000 | 615 |
| 2000-2010 | 202 |
| 2010-2019 | 226 |
| 2020-2029 | 154 |
Famous people named Marci
- Marci Miller: Actress
Fun facts
- Marci originated as a modern alternative spelling to the traditional Marcy and Marcia.
- The name saw its highest U.S. usage during the 1960s and 1970s.