Of Mars; warlike or dedicated to Mars
Maricia is a rare feminine elaboration of Marcia, which is the feminine form of Marcius. It ultimately derives from the Roman god of war, Mars, suggesting strength and protection. While uncommon in the United States, it follows the trend of Latinate names ending in the melodic '-icia' suffix.
Less common today
Maricia isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #6,086 in 1992.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).