Holding steady.
Popularity of Marico since 1970
Babies named Marico per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 107 |
| 1980s | 124 |
| 1990s | 104 |
| 2000s | 46 |
| 2010s | 13 |
| 2020s | 5 |
Meaning & origin
Marico is a rare modern name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1970, and it has never entered the top 1000. Its peak year was 1979, when it saw its highest usage, but it has since maintained a stable trajectory. The name's origins are uncertain, but it is likely a creative blend of elements from names like Mario or Marco with a fashionable '-ico' ending. Because Marico has never ranked, there are no top states associated with it. Parents choosing this name today are opting for something distinctive and contemporary, with a friendly, rhythmic sound.
Marico is a modern coinage, likely formed from the popular sound elements 'Mar' (as in Mark or Mario) and the suffix '-ico'. It first appeared in U.S. records in the 1970s, peaking in 1979. The name has never ranked among the top 1000, remaining a rare choice.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Mar, Rico
Variants: Marico
Sibling names for Marico
Names that share Marico's style, for a brother or sister.
