Marian
Marian is a classic name with both Hebrew and Latin roots, derived from Mary meaning 'beloved' or 'star of the sea,' and also connected to the Roman family name Marianus. It has long been associated with grace, devotion, and timeless elegance.
Current Popularity
#1103 for girls
in the United States (2025)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Easy to spell and pronounce across most languages
- •Works well across multiple generations with its timeless quality
- •Often associated with the classic tale of Maid Marian from Robin Hood
- •Can be spelled Marion, though Marian is the more traditional feminine spelling
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Famous People
Marian Anderson
Opera singer and civil rights icon
Marian Keyes
Irish author
Marian Wright Edelman
Children's rights activist and founder of Children's Defense Fund
Marian Cotillard
French actress and Academy Award winner
Statistics
141,944
Total births since 1880
1924
Peak year
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