Holding steady.
Popularity of Maritsa since 1956
Babies named Maritsa per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 2006, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Maritsa's real moment was 1996.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 7 |
| 1960s | 73 |
| 1970s | 119 |
| 1980s | 167 |
| 1990s | 281 |
| 2000s | 250 |
| 2010s | 33 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Maritsa is an uncommon feminine name that likely entered American naming culture through Spanish or Greek influence, possibly as a diminutive of Maria. First recorded in the Social Security data in 1956, it has never ranked in the top 1000 and remains a rarity. Its peak year of use was 1996, after which usage has been stable at very low levels. The name is recognizably international, with variants like Maritza appearing in broader use. Though never tied to a specific top state, its sound aligns with names from Spanish-speaking communities as well as Greek and Balkan traditions.
Maritsa likely originated as a diminutive of Maria, common in Spanish and Greek naming traditions. It shares its form with the Maritsa River (the ancient Hebrus), which flows through Bulgaria, Greece, and Turkey, but the name's use for girls predates modern awareness of the river. The name entered U.S. records in 1956 and saw modest use, peaking in 1996.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Mari, Ritsa, Mar
Sibling names for Maritsa
Names that share Maritsa's style, for a brother or sister.
