Marice, derived from the Latin 'Marcus,' is a unique unisex name of ancient Roman origin. It was borne by several notable figures throughout history, including Saint Marice of Tortona, an Italian bishop during the 5th century. The name Marice has been traditionally used more often for males, but in recent times, it has also gained popularity as a female given name. It is pronounced /maɪˈriːs/ and its variants include Marius, Marcus, and Maria.
"Marice had its most popular years between 1948 and 1954, with peak birth numbers of 16 in both 1952 and 1954. However, since the late 1960s, it has become increasingly uncommon, with fewer than 10 births each year from 1967 onwards."