Marsha Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationMAR-sha / /ˈmɑːrʃə/English; Hebrew
Meaning
English: from the marsh; Hebrew: lady
Historical & Cultural Background
Marsha is a feminine form of the name Marshall, which has English origins. It gained popularity in the mid-20th century, particularly in the United States. The name is often associated with warmth and friendliness. While traditionally feminine, it has been used for boys in some contexts.
Trend Summary
Marsha has seen a decline in popularity in recent decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Masha
- Marcie
International Variants
- Masha (Russian)
- Marcia (Italian)
Famous people named Marsha
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Fictional characters named Marsha
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Marsha was first seen in the United States in 1942. Marsha has ranked as high as #1065 nationally, which occurred in 1955, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Marsha has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Marsha
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1942 | 7 |
| 1943 | 7 |
| 1944 | 6 |
| 1945 | 8 |
| 1946 | 9 |
| 1947 | 9 |
| 1948 | 8 |
| 1949 | 7 |
| 1950 | 10 |
| 1951 | 5 |
| 1952 | 7 |
| 1953 | 9 |
| 1954 | 7 |
| 1955 | 14 |
| 1956 | 8 |
| 1957 | 6 |
| 1958 | 10 |
| 1959 | 8 |
| 1960 | 5 |
| 1961 | 11 |
| 1962 | 9 |
| 1963 | 7 |
| 1964 | 6 |
| 1966 | 6 |
| 1968 | 10 |
| 1970 | 8 |
| 1971 | 8 |
| 1972 | 5 |
| 1974 | 7 |
| 1975 | 6 |
| 1976 | 7 |
| 1980 | 5 |
| 1988 | 6 |