Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Marsha is a name of Latin origin, meaning 'warlike'. It evolved from the name Marcia, which was used in ancient Rome. The name gained popularity in the mid-20th century, particularly in the US. It is associated with traits of strength and resilience. There is no biblical relevance to the name.
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈmɑːrʃə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
Marsha is derived from the name 'Marcia', which is the feminine form of the Roman family name 'Marcius'. This family name is thought to be derived from the Latin word 'martius', meaning 'of Mars', the Roman god of war.
Meaning
warlike
Language Evolution
Marcia, Marsha
Historical Usage
Marsha gained popularity in the English-speaking world in the mid-20th century, particularly in the United States during the 1940s and 1950s.
Variants & Derivatives
Marcia, Marsi, Marsh
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, the name Marsha is viewed as a classic name that evokes a sense of nostalgia. It is less common than it was in the mid-20th century but still carries a positive connotation.
Famous People
Marsha Brady (fictional character from 'The Brady Bunch'), Marsha P. Johnson (American activist), Marsha Blackburn (American politician)
📊 Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 5,590 peak births in 1952
Geographic Spread
Popular across 51 US states, with strongest presence in Kansas
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 11 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 4830th of 6773 | 28 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2885th of 7552 | 155 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 5156th of 10718 | 62 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 15579th of 16616 | 6 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1852nd of 9107 | 361 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 253rd of 9204 | 12,717 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 120th of 12526 | 69,047 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 259th of 19264 | 17,423 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 806th of 27321 | 3,805 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3823rd of 35406 | 594 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 6350th of 30306 | 229 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- |
65.55% 904th/1379 |
- | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
12.29% 190th/1546 |
12.21% 190th/1556 |
15.09% 355th/2353 |
11.96% 185th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
4.22% 94th/2227 |
6.17% 150th/2430 |
3.75% 107th/2853 |
4.79% 133rd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
8.14% 239th/2937 |
9.99% 348th/3483 |
5.40% 190th/3518 |
9.99% 404th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
21.98% 810th/3685 |
18.28% 818th/4475 |
12.65% 657th/5194 |
18.06% 1141st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
100.00% 4582nd/4582 |
64.41% 3326th/5164 |
48.94% 3579th/7313 |
64.56% 4818th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
100.00% 3984th/3984 |
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State-by-State Popularity
This map shows relative popularity across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends in the United States
This name shows strongest popularity in Kansas across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Baby Boomers generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, usage has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 4830th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2885th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5156th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 15579th out of 16616 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1852nd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 253rd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 120th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 259th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 806th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3823rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6350th out of 30306 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.