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Maria

Maria is a girl name of Hebrew origin, meaning Uncertain; possibly beloved or bitter - the name of the mother of Jesus.

  • GenderGirl
  • OriginHebrew
  • StyleClassic
  • Syllables2
  • US rank#103

What does Maria mean?

Uncertain; possibly beloved or bitter - the name of the mother of Jesus

How popular is Maria?

Popularity in the United States

Maria has been given to 555,635 babies in the United States since 1880, peaking in the 1960s. Its use has declined since that peak.

About 1 in 668 babies born in the United States were given this name in the most recent year on record.

05,09910,197188019502020
Babies named Maria per year in the United States, 1880–2020. Source: Social Security Administration

Popularity in France

Maria has been given to 141,990 babies in France since 1900, peaking in the 1900s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.

02,0244,047190019612022
Babies named Maria per year in France, 1900–2022. Source: INSEE

Popularity in Spain

There are 568,719 people called Maria living in Spain, with an average age of 48.3.

555,635 Babies named since 1880
1960s Peak decade
Falling Recent trend

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Frequently asked questions about Maria

What does the name Maria mean?

Maria means Uncertain; possibly beloved or bitter - the name of the mother of Jesus. It is of Hebrew origin.

Is Maria a boy's or a girl's name?

Maria is most often given to girls.

How popular is the name Maria?

Maria has been given to 555,635 babies in the United States since 1880, peaking in the 1960s. Its use has declined since that peak.