Marianne
Marianne is a French name combining Marie and Anne, both with Hebrew origins meaning "star of the sea" and "grace." It also serves as the national symbol of France, representing liberty and reason.
Current Popularity
#2122 for girls
in the United States (2024)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Easy to spell and pronounce in most languages
- •Strong cultural association with France
- •Offers multiple nickname options for flexibility
- •Well-established name that feels both traditional and fresh
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Famous People
Marianne Faithfull
British singer and actress
Marianne Williamson
American author and spiritual teacher
Marianne Moore
Pulitzer Prize-winning poet
Marianne Jean-Baptiste
British actress
Statistics
65,406
Total births since 1880
1957
Peak year
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