March Unisex
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: march //mɑːrtʃ//
Origin: Latin; English
Meaning: Latin: born in March; English: March month
Historical & Cultural Background
The name March derives from the Latin "Martius," which means "of Mars" or "pertaining to Mars," the Roman god of war. This etymology reflects the name's connection to the month of March, which was originally the first month of the Roman calendar and was named in honor of Mars, as it marked the beginning of the military campaigning season.
The transition of the name into English occurred through Old French, where it was adopted as "Mars," before being integrated into Middle English as "March." This linguistic evolution highlights the influence of Roman culture on the English language, particularly during the Norman Conquest in the 11th century, when many Latin-derived terms entered English usage. Historically, March has been significant in various cultures, particularly in relation to the agricultural calendar and the onset of spring.
In the context of Christianity, March is notable for the feast days of several saints, including Saint Patrick, celebrated on March 17, and Saint Joseph, observed on March 19. The name's association with these figures has contributed to its cultural resonance, particularly in regions where these saints are venerated.
Additionally, the month of March has been referenced in various literary works, including Shakespeare's plays, where it often symbolizes renewal and the transition from winter to spring. The name March, while primarily recognized as a month, carries connotations of strength and renewal due to its ties to Mars and the agricultural cycles.
This connection to themes of warfare and rebirth has allowed the name to endure in various forms, including its use as a surname and its occasional adoption as a given name. The name's historical and cultural significance underscores its roots in ancient traditions and the enduring impact of Roman mythology on contemporary naming practices.
Fictional characters named March
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March Hare is a fictional character from the book Alice's Adventures in Wonderland. He is a mad and whimsical character who hosts a tea party with the Mad Hatter and the Dormouse.
Sibling suggestions
If you're looking for sibling name ideas that pair well with March, the following options are frequently chosen as complementary choices by parents.
Similar names
Based on our extensive baby names database, several names share stylistic or phonetic similarities with March. These names can serve as alternatives to the sibling suggestions listed above and may help you find the perfect complementary name for your growing family.
U.S. Historical Usage
The name March was first seen in the United States in 1900.
March has ranked as high as #5390 nationally, which occurred in 1966, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name March has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name March is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when March was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for March.
| Year | Total Births | Boy | Girl |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 1989 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1978 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 1976 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1975 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 1974 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 1972 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 1970 | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| 1969 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 1967 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 1966 | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| 1964 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 1963 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 1962 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 1961 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 1960 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1959 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1957 | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| 1956 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1950 | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| 1947 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 1946 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1945 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1943 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1939 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1932 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1931 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| 1926 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1925 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1924 | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| 1922 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1920 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1919 | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| 1918 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1917 | 12 | 12 | 0 |
| 1916 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| 1900 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
Top States for March
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
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