Maria
Maria is the Latin form of Mary, derived from the Hebrew name Miriam, meaning "wished-for child," "beloved," or "star of the sea." It has been one of the most enduring and widely used names across Christian cultures for centuries, honoring the Virgin Mary.
Current Popularity
#74 for girls
in the United States (2024)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Universally recognized across languages and cultures
- •Easy to spell and pronounce in most countries
- •Rich historical and religious significance
- •Pronunciation may vary by region (muh-REE-uh vs. mah-REE-ah)
- •Multiple spelling variations exist
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Famous People
Maria Callas
Opera singer
Maria Montessori
Educator and physician
Maria Sharapova
Tennis champion
Maria von Trapp
Singer and matriarch of the Trapp Family Singers
Statistics
563,139
Total births since 1880
1964
Peak year
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