Marcial Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationMAR-see-al / ˈmɑːr.si.əlLatin; Spanish
Meaning
Latin: martial; Spanish: related to Mars, the god of war
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Marcial is derived from the Latin name 'Martialis', which means 'of Mars'. It has been used in various cultures, particularly in Spanish-speaking countries. The name is often associated with strength and valor due to its connection to the Roman god of war. In some regions, it is also used as a surname.
Trend Summary
The name Marcial has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with occasional peaks in usage.
Similar Names
Variants
- Marc
- Marcel
International Variants
- Marcial (Spanish)
- Martial (French)
Famous people named Marcial
Marcial Maciel was a Mexican priest and founder of the Legion of Christ.
Marcial García is a notable Spanish artist known for his contemporary works.
Marcial de Gante was a prominent Spanish explorer in the 16th century.
Marcial Lafuente Estefanía was a Spanish author famous for his Western novels.
Fictional characters named Marcial
Marcial is a character in the novel 'La Casa de los Espíritus' by Isabel Allende.
Marcial is a supporting character in the animated series 'El Chavo del 8'.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Marcial was first seen in the United States in 1911. Marcial has ranked as high as #1182 nationally, which occurred in 1991, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Florida, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Marcial has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Marcial (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1911 | 6 |
| 1913 | 5 |
| 1920 | 7 |
| 1921 | 13 |
| 1922 | 5 |
| 1923 | 14 |
| 1924 | 9 |
| 1925 | 5 |
| 1926 | 9 |
| 1928 | 13 |
| 1929 | 16 |
| 1930 | 11 |
| 1931 | 8 |
| 1933 | 5 |
| 1934 | 7 |
| 1936 | 6 |
| 1937 | 6 |
| 1938 | 6 |
| 1939 | 7 |
| 1940 | 13 |
| 1941 | 12 |
| 1942 | 8 |
| 1943 | 9 |
| 1944 | 14 |
| 1945 | 10 |
| 1946 | 13 |
| 1947 | 9 |
| 1949 | 11 |
| 1950 | 8 |
| 1951 | 11 |
| 1952 | 14 |
| 1953 | 13 |
| 1954 | 14 |
| 1955 | 16 |
| 1956 | 16 |
| 1957 | 21 |
| 1958 | 23 |
| 1959 | 26 |
| 1960 | 20 |
| 1961 | 15 |
| 1962 | 15 |
| 1963 | 20 |
| 1964 | 24 |
| 1965 | 13 |
| 1966 | 17 |
| 1967 | 20 |
| 1968 | 13 |
| 1969 | 17 |
| 1970 | 18 |
| 1971 | 21 |
| 1972 | 23 |
| 1973 | 21 |
| 1974 | 15 |
| 1975 | 29 |
| 1976 | 17 |
| 1977 | 31 |
| 1978 | 30 |
| 1979 | 26 |
| 1980 | 26 |
| 1981 | 33 |
| 1982 | 34 |
| 1983 | 28 |
| 1984 | 38 |
| 1985 | 37 |
| 1986 | 29 |
| 1987 | 38 |
| 1988 | 37 |
| 1989 | 36 |
| 1990 | 40 |
| 1991 | 45 |
| 1992 | 31 |
| 1993 | 32 |
| 1994 | 31 |
| 1995 | 24 |
| 1996 | 32 |
| 1997 | 30 |
| 1998 | 31 |
| 1999 | 30 |
| 2000 | 27 |
| 2001 | 38 |
| 2002 | 29 |
| 2003 | 30 |
| 2004 | 24 |
| 2005 | 24 |
| 2006 | 16 |
| 2007 | 23 |
| 2008 | 25 |
| 2009 | 28 |
| 2010 | 19 |
| 2011 | 17 |
| 2012 | 17 |
| 2013 | 15 |
| 2014 | 23 |
| 2015 | 14 |
| 2016 | 19 |
| 2017 | 14 |
| 2018 | 18 |
| 2019 | 16 |
| 2020 | 14 |
| 2021 | 17 |
| 2022 | 17 |
| 2023 | 13 |
| 2024 | 10 |