Maric

Maric is a diminutive form of the Slavic name Marin, which itself is derived from the Roman cognomen Marinus. Marinus means 'of the sea' and was associated with the Roman god Mars, though its primary meaning relates to the sea. The name has been used in various Slavic countries, often as a surname before becoming a given name.

Its usage as a given name is less common than its surname form, particularly in Western cultures. In Slavic regions, it can be found as a standalone given name, though often it functions as a diminutive or a patronymic surname, meaning 'son of Marin'.