Marsha
boy nameMarsha entered the US charts in 1942, peaked at #2139 in 1955, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1942–2025
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rank today
#2139
peak (1955)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1940s | #2825 |
| 1950s | #2947 |
| 1960s | #3231 |
| 1970s | #4262 |
| 1980s | #6338 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Marsha are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Marsha alive today was born around 1957, making them about 68 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Marsha in 2025?
- Marsha is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Marsha most popular?
- Marsha peaked in 1955, reaching #2139 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Marsha with classmates?
- Marsha will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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