Marice Unisex
Origin(s)
Pronunciationmah-REES / /məˈriːs/Latin; French
Meaning
Latin: 'of Mars'; French: 'little warrior'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Marice has roots in Latin, derived from 'Marcellus', which is associated with the Roman god Mars, the god of war. It is also used in French-speaking regions as a variant of Maurice. The name has been used historically in various cultures, often signifying strength and valor.
Trend Summary
The name Marice has seen limited popularity in the United States, with few recorded instances in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Maurice
- Morris
International Variants
- Maurice (French)
- Morrice (Scottish)
Famous people named Marice
Marice Ravel was a French composer known for his orchestral works, including 'Boléro'.
Marice G. McGowan was an American politician who served in the New Jersey State Assembly.
Fictional characters named Marice
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Marice was first seen in the United States in 1920. Marice has ranked as high as #1065 nationally, which occurred in 1976, and has been most popular in Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Marice has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Marice (1972)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| IL | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1920 | 7 |
| 1921 | 5 |
| 1925 | 10 |
| 1929 | 5 |
| 1930 | 7 |
| 1932 | 6 |
| 1933 | 5 |
| 1934 | 5 |
| 1936 | 6 |
| 1938 | 6 |
| 1946 | 7 |
| 1951 | 5 |
| 1952 | 5 |
| 1956 | 7 |
| 1958 | 6 |
| 1959 | 5 |
| 1961 | 7 |
| 1962 | 5 |
| 1963 | 6 |
| 1964 | 12 |
| 1965 | 6 |
| 1966 | 7 |
| 1967 | 9 |
| 1968 | 12 |
| 1969 | 11 |
| 1970 | 13 |
| 1971 | 15 |
| 1972 | 18 |
| 1973 | 19 |
| 1974 | 24 |
| 1975 | 18 |
| 1976 | 25 |
| 1977 | 17 |
| 1978 | 19 |
| 1979 | 24 |
| 1980 | 25 |
| 1981 | 18 |
| 1982 | 16 |
| 1983 | 19 |
| 1984 | 18 |
| 1985 | 24 |
| 1986 | 17 |
| 1987 | 25 |
| 1988 | 14 |
| 1989 | 17 |
| 1990 | 12 |
| 1991 | 13 |
| 1992 | 12 |
| 1993 | 10 |
| 1994 | 11 |
| 1995 | 10 |
| 1997 | 5 |
| 1998 | 6 |
| 1999 | 10 |
| 2000 | 6 |
| 2002 | 6 |
| 2004 | 5 |
| 2005 | 9 |
| 2006 | 6 |
| 2007 | 6 |
| 2008 | 9 |
| 2009 | 5 |
| 2010 | 8 |
| 2011 | 11 |