Holding steady.
Popularity of Marsia since 1953
Babies named Marsia per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 27 |
| 1960s | 40 |
| 1970s | 16 |
| 1980s | 12 |
| 1990s | 10 |
| 2000s | 10 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Marsia is a rare feminine name with Latin roots. First recorded in the United States in 1953, it saw its peak year in 1961 before declining in frequency. The name's one-in-N ratio is not available, indicating its rarity. Trajectory analysis shows it has remained stable over the decades, never achieving widespread popularity. Marsia is likely related to the more common Marcia or derived from the Roman family name Marcius. Its obscurity contributes to its distinctive charm, but parents should be aware that it may be frequently misspelled or mispronounced.
Marsia is a rare name of obscure derivation. It may be a feminine form of the Roman family name Marcius, itself derived from the given name Marcus, meaning 'dedicated to Mars' (the Roman god of war). Alternatively, it could be a variant of Marcia. The name has no established history of widespread use; its appearance in the United States is sporadic, with recorded births peaking in the early 1960s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Mar, Mars, Sia
Sibling names for Marsia
Names that share Marsia's style, for a brother or sister.
