Marrico
A unique masculine name with uncertain origin and meaning.
Name Census estimates that about 11 living Americans carry the first name Marrico. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Marrico today is around 45 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Marrico births was 1988 (7 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Marrico. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Marrico. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
11
~ 1 in 31,159,485 Americans
Peak year
1988
7 babies that year
Average age
45
years old
1988 SSA rank
#6,215
Tracked since 1973
Popularity
Marrico: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Marrico from the 1970s through to the 1980s, spanning 2 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1980s, with 7 total registrations. The name continues to be given at rates close to its all-time high, suggesting it has not yet fallen out of fashion.
Babies born per year
Decades
Marrico by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Marrico during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Marrico
The name Marrico is a fascinating one that can trace its origins back to the ancient Roman civilization. Derived from the Latin word "marcus," which means "warlike" or "martial," the name Marrico was initially associated with those who possessed a strong and valiant spirit, often employed in the context of military endeavors.
During the height of the Roman Empire, Marrico emerged as a popular name among the aristocratic class, with several prominent figures bearing this moniker. One such individual was Marcus Valerius Marrico, a renowned general who lived during the 2nd century AD and played a pivotal role in quelling the Parthian rebellion, securing the eastern borders of the empire.
As the Roman influence spread across Europe, the name Marrico found its way into various regional dialects and cultures. In the regions of present-day Spain and Portugal, the name evolved into the variant "Marrico," maintaining its connection to the original Latin roots.
The historical records of the Middle Ages reveal several notable individuals bearing the name Marrico. One such figure was Marrico de Santillana, a 15th-century Spanish poet and scholar who made significant contributions to the literary landscape of his time. Born in 1398, he was renowned for his poetic works, including the influential "Comedieta de Ponza."
Another prominent figure was Marrico di Monferrato, an Italian military commander who lived during the 13th century. Born in 1225, he played a crucial role in the Eighth Crusade and was renowned for his strategic acumen and leadership on the battlefield.
In the realm of religion, the name Marrico also found its place. Saint Marrico of Angers, a 6th-century French bishop, was revered for his piety and dedication to the Christian faith. Born around 520 AD, he is remembered for his efforts in spreading Christianity throughout the region and his unwavering commitment to serving the underprivileged.
Fast-forwarding to more recent times, the name Marrico has been borne by several notable individuals. Marrico Rossi, an Italian operatic tenor who lived from 1857 to 1923, was celebrated for his powerful vocal range and captivating performances on the stages of Europe's most prestigious opera houses.
While the name Marrico may not be as prevalent in modern times, its rich historical tapestry and association with valor, literary excellence, and religious devotion make it a name worth preserving and cherishing for its cultural significance.
People
Marrico + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Marrico as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with M
Other first names starting with M with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Marrico: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Marrico?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 11 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Marrico going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 31,159,485 US residents.
Is Marrico a common name?
We classify Marrico as "Very Rare". It ranks above 30.8% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 12 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Marrico most popular?
The single biggest year for Marrico was 1988, when 7 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Marrico is about 45 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Marrico in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Marrico a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Marrico in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Marrico still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Marrico in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Marrico can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How common is the name Marrico?
For a quick modern take, check how many people share the name Marrico on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org.