In ancient Rome, March was the first month of the year. Its original name, Martius, comes from Mars, the Roman god of war. Many famous folks, past and present, were born in March, including presidents, athletes, musicians and artists.

Baby names and astrology: Names by zodiac sign 

Presidents and Politicians

March is the birth month of early Presidents and modern-day political figures.

Al Gore: Celtic, English, Gaelic and German origins; means Handsome or Harmony; diminutive of Alan, Albert, Alistair or Alvin

Andrew Jackson: English and Scottish origins; means Strong, Manly or Brave

Grover Cleveland: English origin, means Grove Dweller

James Madison: Hebrew and English origins, means Supplanter; variant of Jacob

John Tyler: English origin, means God Has Shown Favour

Sandra Day O'Connor: English origin; means Unheeded Prophetess; diminutive of Cassandra and feminine form of Alexander

Names of American Presidents

Historical Figures

These famous historical figures helped shape the world in which we live today.

Albert Einstein: German origin; means Intelligent or Noble

Alexander Graham Bell: Greek origin; means Defender Of Men

Cesar Chavez: Spanish origin; means Long-Haired

Harry Houdini: English origin; means House Protector or Commander of Men; variant of Henry, diminutive of Harold

Johann Sebastian Bach: German origin; means Jehovah Has Shown Favor; variant of Hebrew John

Wyatt Earp: English origin; means Guide

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Artists and Authors

Some of the all-times greatest authors and artists were born in March.

Elizabeth Barrett Browning: Hebrew origin, means My God Is My Oath

L Ron Hubbard: English, Gaelic and Scottish origins; means Rules With Counsel; form of Ronald or Reynold

Leo Buscaglia: English origin; means Lion

Michaelangelo Buanarroti: Italian origin; means Who Is Like God?

Robert Frost: English, French, German and Scottish origins; means Fames, Bright, Shining

Vincent Van Gogh: English origin; means Conquering

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Athletes

These March babies grew up to play football baseball, volleyball, tennis and more!

Bonnie Blair: English, French and Scottish origins; means Pretty or Sweet

Darryl Strawberry: Olde English origin; means Darling

Ivan Lendl: Hebrew meaning is Gift From God; Spanish meaning is Archer

Mia Hamm: Italian origin; means My; variant of Maria 

Peyton Manning: English origin; means Paega's Town

Willie Stargell: English origin; means Resolute; diminutive of William

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Musicians

Pick your pleasure: March gave us classical composers, Broadway stars and ageless rockers.

Celine Dion: French origin; means Sky, Heaven

Elton John: English origin; means From The Old Town

Jon Bon Jovi: English, French and Hebrew origins; means Jehovah Has Been Gracious; diminutive of Jonathan, variant of John

Karen Carpenter: English and French origins; means Pure; variant of Katherine

Lawrence Welk: English origin; means From The Place Of Laurel Trees; modern form of Laurence

Liza Minnelli: Hebrew origin; means Oath Of God; diminutive of Elizabeth

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Stars of Movies, Television and Stage

This is just a short list of beloved celebrities who celebrate(d) birthdays in the month of March.

Fabio: Italian and Portuguese origins; means Bean Farmer; derived from Latin Faba

Javier Bardem: Spanish origin; means Bright; variant of Xavier

Marcel Marceau: French origin; means Hammer; form of the Latin Marcellas

Reese Witherspoon: Welsh origin; means Ardent, Fiery

Ron Howard: English, Gaelic and Scottish origins; means Rules With Counsel; form of Ronald or Reynold

Rosie O'Donnell: English and German origins; means Rose; diminutive of Rose

Warren Beatty: English and German origins; means Protector, Defender

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