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Name Origin

Marcia is a feminine given name of Latin origin, derived from the Roman god Mars. It traditionally means 'warlike' or 'dedicated to Mars'.

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Famous People

Marcia Gay Harden (1959-)

Actress

  • Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for Pollock (2000)
  • Tony Award for Best Actress in a Play for God of Carnage (2009)

Marcia Cross (1962-)

Actress

  • Known for her role as Bree Van de Kamp on the television series Desperate Housewives

Marcia Griffiths (1949-)

Singer

  • Member of the Jamaican vocal trio I Threes, known for their work with Bob Marley and The Wailers