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Martrice

mar-TREES · Of uncertain origin; possibly a feminine elaboration of Martin or a blend of Mary and Beatrice.

Peak popularity
1981
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Martrice since 1967

Babies named Martrice per year in U.S. Social Security records.

4812198020002020Most births 1981GirlsBoys
GirlsBoys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirlsBoys
1960s160
1970s235
1980s496
1990s350
2000s00
2010s00
2020s00

Meaning & origin

Martrice is a rare American name that emerged in the late 1960s, first recorded in 1967. It reached its peak popularity in 1981, after which usage declined sharply. It has not appeared in any ranking lists, indicating fewer than five births per year in recent decades. The name is typically given to girls and likely represents a creative blend of popular sounds from the era, such as those in Martin, Maurice, or Latrice. Its trajectory has been stable but minimal, with minimal geographic concentration.

Martrice is a modern American coinage that first appeared in the late 1960s. It may be a feminine form of Martin, derived from the Roman name Martinus (of Mars), or a composite of Mary and Beatrice. Its usage peaked in the 1981 and has remained rare since.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Marty, Trece, Marti

Sibling names for Martrice

Names that share Martrice's style, for a brother or sister.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Martrice mean?
The meaning of Martrice is uncertain. It may be a feminine elaboration of the name Martin, which means 'of Mars,' or a blend of Mary and Beatrice.
How popular is the name Martrice?
Martrice is extremely rare. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1967, peaked in 1981, and has not ranked in the top 1000 names since.
Is Martrice a boy's or girl's name?
Martrice is almost exclusively used for girls.