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Martha vs Marcia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Marcia

Girl #4,194 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"of Mars, belonging to the war god"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English American Italian Spanish Portuguese Roman

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,194
Total SSA Count
34
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Martha Rank #667
Marcia Rank #4,194

Martha is more popular, ranked #667 vs #4194 for Marcia.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Martha or Marcia more popular?

Martha is more popular, ranked #667 compared to Marcia at #4194 in the United States.

What do Martha and Marcia mean?

Martha means "mistress, lady of the house" (Aramaic origin). Marcia means "of Mars, belonging to the war god" (Latin origin).

Are Martha and Marcia boy or girl names?

Martha is primarily a girl name. Marcia is primarily a girl name.

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