Marci

♀ Girl

Pronounced MAR-see /ˈmɑr.si/High

Meaning: -i spelling of Marcie — a pet form of Marcia, from Latin Marcius, 'dedicated to Mars' (the god of war)Medium

In 30 seconds: Crisp and retro: Marci pets Marcia — 'dedicated to Mars'. Friendly, vintage, and warm.

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Origin MediumLatin

Meaning-i spelling of Marcie — a pet form of Marcia, from Latin Marcius, 'dedicated to Mars' (the god of war)

U.S. rank (2024)#4829 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births28 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year1971

Total births (all-time)≈ 13,998

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Marci is an -i spelling of Marcie — a pet form of Marcia, from Latin Marcius, 'dedicated to Mars' (the god of war). A crisp, friendly, retro nickname-name.

It registers thinly today. Rare now, dedicated-to-Mars at the root, and retro.

Did you know? Marcia comes from Marcius, 'dedicated to Mars' (the Roman war god) — Marci is its crisp, friendly -i nickname.

Overall data confidence 75%

Behind the Name — Marcia — root etymology

Variations

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Marci mean?

Marci pets Marcia — Latin 'dedicated to Mars'.

How do you pronounce Marci?

It's said MAR-see /ˈmɑr.si/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Marci a boy or girl name?

Marci is a girl's name.

How popular is Marci?

Marci is a rare name in the U.S. today.