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Marce

Female

« Marce is a shortened form of Spanish names Marcelino or Marcial, derived from Latin 'Martius', meaning 'of Mars', the Roman god of war. »

#21090 since 1900

Meaning, origin, history

Marce is a name of Spanish origin, derived from the Latin word "Martius," which means "of Mars." According to Roman mythology, Mars was the god of war and the father of Romulus and Remus, the legendary founders of Rome. In Spanish culture, Marce is often used as a shortened form or nickname for the names Marcelino or Marcial. The name Marce has been popular throughout history in Spain and Latin America. It was particularly common during the Middle Ages and the Renaissance periods. Some notable figures with this name include Marce Ramirez, a Spanish explorer who participated in the colonization of the Americas, and Marce Blanchard, a French-born Mexican painter of the 19th century. The use of Marce as an independent given name is less common today compared to its historical popularity. However, it remains a unique and distinct option for parents looking for a name with Spanish roots and a strong historical background. In terms of personality traits or characteristics associated with the name Marce, there are no universally accepted attributes. Each individual named Marce possesses their own unique qualities and characteristics independent of their name.

In numbers

Popularity of the name Marce since 1880

Total births
169
Total since 1880
Peak year
1963
13 births
in 2005
6
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
0%
vs previous 5 years