Marshala
Marshala is a girl baby name. Ranked #54,911 in the US, popular nicknames include Mar, May, and Marie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Marshala first appeared in US Social Security records in 1992.
Over 25 babies have been named Marshala in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Marshala is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #54,911 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #54,911
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Alternative Spellings
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Middle Name Ideas
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About the Name Marshala
Marshala is a girl name .
Marshala is currently ranked #54,911 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Marshala include Mar, May, Marie, and Marsie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Marshala include Mars . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
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