Marcia Tower

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Marcia Tower — Latin
140K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Marcia Tower is a name that combines Latin origins. The first name Marcia is a feminine given name of Latin origin. Marcia () is a female given name of Italian origin, derived from Latin meaning "dedicated to Mars". It is a female form of Marcius. Marcy/Marcie is a short form. Notable people and characters with this name include: Marcia Barton in the film The Creature Walks Among Us Marcia Overstrand of the book series Septimus Heap Marcus (name), the male equivalent Marzia (given name) The surname Tower: Ashley B. Tower (1847–1901), American mill architect and engineer Charlemagne Tower (1809–1889), American lawyer, soldier, and capitalist Charlemagne Tower, Jr. (1848–1923), American diplomat David H. Tower (1832–1907), American mill architect and engineer Henrietta Tower (1856-1933), American art collectionist and wife of George Washington Wurts Ion Tower (1889–1940), British Royal Navy officer, World War II air raid victim Jeremiah Tower (born 1942), American chef Joan Tower (born 1938), American composer of classical music John Tower (1925–1991), American politician Wells Tower (born 1973). Marcia is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 140K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Marcia reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Marcia

Latin

Marcia () is a female given name of Italian origin, derived from Latin meaning "dedicated to Mars". It is a female form of Marcius. Marcy/Marcie is a short form. Notable people and characters with this name include: Marcia Barton in the film The Creature Walks Among Us Marcia Overstrand of the book series Septimus Heap Marcus (name), the male equivalent Marzia (given name)

Surname: Tower

English

Ashley B. Tower (1847–1901), American mill architect and engineer Charlemagne Tower (1809–1889), American lawyer, soldier, and capitalist Charlemagne Tower, Jr. (1848–1923), American diplomat David H. Tower (1832–1907), American mill architect and engineer Henrietta Tower (1856-1933), American art collectionist and wife of George Washington Wurts Ion Tower (1889–1940), British Royal Navy officer, World War II air raid victim Jeremiah Tower (born 1942), American chef Joan Tower (born 1938), American composer of classical music John Tower (1925–1991), American politician Wells Tower (born 1973).

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Marcia is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 13%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Marcia by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Marcia Tower

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Marcia Tower:

9
Expression Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

22
Soul Urge Number

Master Builder (Master Number 22). Combines grand vision with the practical ability to achieve lasting, large-scale goals.

5
Personality Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Marcia?
The first name Marcia originates from Latin. Marcia () is a female given name of Italian origin, derived from Latin meaning "dedicated to Mars". It is a female form of Marcius. Marcy/Marcie is a short form. Notable people and characters with this name include: Marcia Barton in the film The Creature Walks Among Us Marcia Overstrand of the book series Septimus Heap Marcus (name), the male equivalent Marzia (given name)
When was Marcia most popular?
The name Marcia reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Tower?
The surname Tower originates from English. Ashley B. Tower (1847–1901), American mill architect and engineer Charlemagne Tower (1809–1889), American lawyer, soldier, and capitalist Charlemagne Tower, Jr. (1848–1923), American diplomat David H. Tower (1832–1907), American mill architect and engineer Henrietta Tower (1856-1933), American art collectionist and wife of George Washington Wurts Ion Tower (1889–1940), British Royal Navy officer, World War II air raid victim Jeremiah Tower (born 1942), American chef Joan Tower (born 1938), American composer of classical music John Tower (1925–1991), American politician Wells Tower (born 1973).
What are the origins of the name Marcia Tower?
The name Marcia Tower combines two different traditions: the first name Marcia has Latin roots, while the surname Tower originates from English.
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