A 1970s favorite, climbing again.
Popularity of Marcie since 1897
Babies named Marcie per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1890s | 5 |
| 1900s | 0 |
| 1910s | 63 |
| 1920s | 211 |
| 1930s | 240 |
| 1940s | 531 |
| 1950s | 2,217 |
| 1960s | 3,291 |
| 1970s | 5,175 |
| 1980s | 2,581 |
| 1990s | 620 |
| 2000s | 237 |
| 2010s | 229 |
| 2020s | 253 |
Meaning & origin
Marcie first appeared on U.S. naming records in 1897, but it saw its most significant surge in the 1970s, reaching its peak rank of 3,577 in 1971. Since 2008, the name has been rising in popularity again, though it remains relatively uncommon. The name is most frequently used in Texas. Its trajectory of revival suggests a renewed interest in vintage names from the mid-20th century. While historically a diminutive, Marcie now stands on its own as a distinctive choice, carrying a friendly and approachable sound.
Marcie emerged as a diminutive or pet form of Marcia, itself a feminine variant of the Roman family name Marcius, which was derived from Mars, the Roman god of war. The name has been in use in English-speaking countries since the late 19th century, often as an independent given name rather than a nickname. Its popularity peaked in the 1970s, likely influenced by the character Marcie from the 'Peanuts' comic strip, which debuted in the 1970s.
Where Marcie is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Marcie” around the world
Where Marcie lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Marcie
Names that share Marcie's style, for a brother or sister.
