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Marzia

MAR-zee-ah · Of uncertain origin; possibly a variant of Marcia, derived from the Roman name Marcius, meaning 'of Mars', or a feminine form of Marzio, an Italian form of Mars.

2025 rank (girls)
#7,885
Babies named in 2025
13
Peak popularity
2024
2025 frequency
1 in 123,636 girls
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Rising since 2009

Rising since 2009, #7,885 for girls today.

Popularity of Marzia since 2002

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

8152320102020Most births 2024Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
2000s5
2010s59
2020s98

Meaning & origin

Marzia is a distinctive Italian name that has seen a slow but steady rise in use in the United States since the late 2000s. First recorded in U.S. data in 2002, it reached its peak rank of 7,885 in 2024. In 2025, the name occurs at a frequency of about 1 in every 123,636 births, placing it firmly in the category of uncommon but not unheard-of names. Its upward trajectory since 2009 suggests that American parents are increasingly drawn to melodic Italian names for their daughters. Marzia's origins lie in the Roman name Marcius, linking it to the god Mars, though the name's modern appeal likely derives more from its lyrical sound than its ancient associations.

Marzia is the Italian feminine form of the Roman name Marcius, a family name derived from Mars, the Roman god of war. It is also considered a variant of Marcia. The name has been used in Italy and among Italian communities abroad, particularly gaining modest popularity in the United States since the early 2000s.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Marzi, Zia

Variants: Marcia, Marziah

Sibling names for Marzia

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Marzia mean?
Marzia is of uncertain origin; it is often considered an Italian variant of Marcia, which means 'of Mars', the Roman god of war, or derived from the Roman family name Marcius.
How popular is the name Marzia?
Marzia is a rare name in the United States. In 2025, it ranked 7,885 with approximately 1 in 123,636 births. Its popularity has been rising since 2009, with a peak rank in 2024.
Is Marzia a boy or girl name?
Marzia is almost exclusively used as a girl's name.