Marcy
Meaning of Marcy
The name Marcy is a feminine name with origins in Latin. It is derived from the Roman family name "Marcia," which was originally a cognomen meaning "dedicated to Mars," the Roman god of war. The name Marcy has variations such as Marcie. In terms of popularity, Marcy has had varying levels of usage throughout the years. In recent years, it has been moderately popular in the United States, ranking around 4,000-5,500 for newborn girls. Despite its fluctuating popularity, Marcy remains a timeless and classic choice for parents looking for a strong and feminine name for their daughter.
Pronunciation
British English
- Pronunced as MAHR-see (/ˈmɑr.si/)
American English
- Pronunced as MAR-see (/ˈmɑr.si/)
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Notable People Named Marcy
| Marcy Kaptur - Marcia Carolyn Kaptur is an American politician and the U.S. representative from Ohio's 9th congressional district, serving in Congress since 1983. |
| Marcy Kahan is a British playwright and radio dramatist known for her urbane comedies for the BBC, with Canadian and American heritage. |
| Marcy Borders was an American legal assistant who survived the 9/11 attacks while working at the World Trade Center North Tower. |
| Marcy Carsey is a prominent American television producer known for co-founding Carsey-Werner Productions and serving on the George Foster Peabody Awards board of jurors. |
| Marcy Morrison is a former county commissioner, state legislator, and mayor in Colorado, known for her affiliation with the Republican party and her self-identification as a Rockefeller Republican. |
| Marcy Dermansky is an American author known for her novels including Twins, Bad Marie, The Red Car, Very Nice, and Hurricane Girl. |
