Maria

Gender
Unisex (Masculine & Feminine | Boys and Girls)
Meaning
The name Maria has several meanings, depending on the language and culture. It can mean "drop of the sea" (from Hebrew), "bitter" (from Aramaic), or "beloved" (from Latin).
Scripts(How to write)
The name Maria is written as "Maria" in Latin, "Μαρία" in Greek, "מִרְיָם" in Hebrew, and "ܡܪܝܐ" in Aramaic.
Μαρία(Greek)
Мария(Russian, Bulgarian)
Маріа(Church Slavic)
Марія(Ukrainian)
Մարիա(Armenian)
Pronunciation
MAH-ree-ah(Finnish)
MAR-ya(Polish)
Ma-ree-a
ma-REE-a(Italian, German, Swedish, Dutch, Greek, Romanian, Basque)
ma-REE-u(Brazilian Portuguese)
mah-REE-ah(Norwegian, Danish)
mu-REE-u(European Portuguese)
mu-RYEE-yu(Ukrainian)
mu-RYEE-yə(Russian)
mə-REE-ə(Catalan, English)
Popularity
Maria is a popular name worldwide, especially in Latin America, Europe, and Asia. According to the Social Security Administration, Maria was the 116th most popular name for girls in the United States in 2020.

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Maria Name meanings & History

Maria is a name with various origins, but it is primarily associated with Christianity and the Virgin Mary. It has Latin, Greek, Hebrew, and Aramaic roots. The name Maria has several meanings, depending on the language and culture. It can mean "drop of the sea" (from Hebrew), "bitter" (from Aramaic), or "beloved" (from Latin). Maria is a timeless name that can be used for girls of any age, culture, or nationality. It is a popular choice for parents who appreciate tradition, elegance, and simplicity.

Zodiac Sign of Maria: Mother Cancer

Synonyms of Maria:

M: Mother,Manipulative,Memorabilia,Mommy,Mushy,Maternal,Memory

A: Ambitious,Argumentative,Angry,Aggressive,Action,Assertive

R: Restless,Resourceful,Reason,Rational

I: Involved,Indulgence,Intimate

Maria is:

  • a Classic name
  • a Formal name
  • a Mature name
  • a Natural name
  • a Refined name
  • a Serious name
  • a Simple name
  • a Wholesome name

Famous People

Famous people named Maria include singer Maria Callas, actress Maria Sharapova, and Mexican painter Frida Kahlo (whose full name was Magdalena Carmen Frida Kahlo y Calderón).

2.) MARIA (Female)

Usage: English

Meanings: Latinate form of Mary, which is popular throughout Europe and the Christian world, and which is usually bestowed in honor of the mother of Jesus. See MARY: (MAH-REE-AH)


3.) Maria (Female)

Usage: Latin

Meanings: Sea dew

Other Forms: Maariya, Maariyah, Mariah, Mariya, Mariyah


4.) Maria (Female)

Usage:

Meanings: (Hebrew) bitter; sea of bitterness. (Italian, Spanish) a form of Mary.

Other Forms: Maie, Marea, Mareah, Mariabella, Mariae, Mariesa, Mariessa, Marrea, Marria


5.) MARIA (Female)

Usage: Greek

Meanings: Latinate form of Mary, which is derived from the Hebrew Miryam, a name of debated meaning. While “sea of bitterness” or “sea of sorrow” seems to be the most probable, some sources cite the alternative definitions of “rebellion,” “wished-for child,” and “mistress or lady of the sea.” (MAH-REE-AH)


6.) MARIA (Female)

Usage: Romanian

Meanings: Latin form of Mary, which is derived from the Hebrew Miryam, a name of debated meaning. While “sea of bitterness, sea of sorrow,” seems to be the most probable, some sources cite the alternative definitions of “rebellion,” “wished-for child,” and “mistress or lady of the sea.” Var: Marie. Pet: Marica, Maricara, Marika. (MAH-REE-AH)


7.) MARIA (Female)

Usage: Irish

Meanings: Latinate form of Mary. See MARY; Mairia is the Gaelic form. (MAH-REE-AH)


8.) MARIA (Female)

Usage: Italian

Meanings: A highly popular name, Maria is the Latin form of Mary, which is derived from the Hebrew Miryam (sea of bitterness or sorrow). There is much debate over the meaning of this name, however. While “sea of bitterness /sea of sorrow” seems to be the most probable, some sources cite the alternative definitions of “rebellion,” “wished-for child,” and “mistress or lady of the sea.” The name is bestowed in honor of the Virgin Mary, the mother of Jesus Christ. Var: Mara, Marea. (MAH-REE-AH)


9.) MARIA (Female)

Usage: German

Meanings: A popular name in Germany, Maria is the Latin form of Mary, which is derived from the Hebrew Miryam (sea of bitterness or sorrow). There is much debate over the meaning of this name, however. While “sea of bitterness/sea of sorrow” seems to be the most probable, some sources cite the alternative definitions of “rebellion,” “wished-for child,” and “mistress or lady of the sea.” The name is usually bestowed in honor of the Virgin Mary, the mother of Jesus Christ. Var: Maren, Marie. Pet: Maike, Maja, Mia, Mieze, Mitzi, Mizi. (MAH-REE-AH)


10.) MARIA (Female)

Usage:

Meanings: Latin form of Mary, which is derived from the Hebrew Miryam (sea of bitterness, sea of sorrow). See MARY(English Names). Var: Marie. Pet: Majka, Mana, Marenka, Marika, Marinka, Maruska. (MAH-REE-AH)


11.) MARIA (Female)

Usage: Hungarian

Meanings: Latinate form of Mary, which is derived from the Hebrew Miryam, a name of debated meaning. Most believe it means “sea of bitterness” or “sea of sorrow.” However, alternative definitions include “rebellion,” “wished-for child,” and “mistress or lady of the sea.” The name is borne in the Bible by the Virgin Mary, the mother of Jesus Christ. Var: Mara, Marja. Pet: Marcsa, Mari, Marika, Mariska, Marka. (MAHR-YAH)


12.) Maria (Female)

Usage:

Meanings: (Latin, French, German, Italian, Polish, Spanish) desired child

Other Forms: Maja, Malita, Mareea, Marica, Marike, Marucha, Mezi, Mitzi


13.) MARIA (Female)

Usage: French

Meanings: Popular name throughout Europe, Maria is the Latin form of Mary, which is derived from the Hebrew Miryam (sea of bitterness or sorrow). There is much debate over the meaning of this name, however. While “sea of bitterness/sea of sorrow” seems to be the most probable, some sources cite the alternative definitions of “rebellion,” “wished-for child,” and “mistress or lady of the sea.” (MAH-REE-AH)


14.) Maria (Female)

Usage:

Meanings: "bitter" or "wished-for child"

Scripts: María
etc.(Japanese Kanji)
まりあ(Japanese Hiragana)
万梨亜,
万理亜,
万璃愛,
万里亜,
万里愛,
女神,
毬安,
毬愛,
満里愛,
瑪利亞,
真仁愛,
真利亜,
真利愛,
真梨愛,
真珠愛,
真理亜,
真理愛,
真璃亜,
真莉彩,
真里亜,
真里安,
真里有,
真麗雅,
磨璃愛,
紅晶,
聖愛,
聖母,
聖美,
舞莉亜,
舞里愛,
茉李愛,
茉理愛,
茉璃亜,
茉莉安,
茉莉彩,
莉亜,
雅里杏,
鞠亜,
鞠安,
鞠晏,
鞠阿,
魔離鳴,
麻李亜,
麻梨愛,
麻珠愛,
麻理亞,
麻里亜,
麻里安,

Pronunciation: MAH-ṘEE-AH
Mah-ree-ah (Latinate pronunciation) or Muh-rye-uh (English pronunciation)


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Cartoon of Maria

Description: "bitter" or "wished-for child". Maria is used as a first name mainly for girls.

Famous People

Maria Callas (Greek-American opera singer), Maria Sharapova (Russian tennis player), Maria Montessori (Italian physician and educator), Maria Shriver (American journalist and author)

15.) MARIA (Female)

Usage: Scandinavian

Meanings: Latin form of Mary, which is derived from the Hebrew Miryam (sea of bitterness, sea of sorrow). There is much debate over the meaning of this name. While “sea of bitterness” or “sea of sorrow” seems to be the most probable, some sources give the alternative definitions of “rebellion,” “wished-for child,” and “mistress or lady of the sea.” Maria is a popular name throughout Europe and the Christian world and is commonly bestowed in honor of Mary, the mother of Jesus. Pet: Mia (Danish, Swedish); Marieke, Maryk, Mieke, Miep (Dutch); Maj, Maja (Swedish). (MAH-REE-AH)


16.) MARIA (Female)

Usage: Polish

Meanings: Latin form of Mary, which is derived from the Hebrew Miryam (sea of bitterness or sorrow). There is much debate over the meaning of the name, however. While “sea of bitterness/sea of sorrow” seems to be the most probable, some sources give the alternative definitions of “rebellion,” “wished-for child,” and “mistress or lady of the sea.” Maria, a popular name throughout Europe and the Christian world, is usually bestowed in honor of the Virgin Mary, the mother of Jesus Christ. Var: Marja. Pet: Macia, Mani, Mania, Manka, Marika, Marusia, Maryla, Maryli, Marysi, Marysia, Marzena, Masia. (MAH-REE-AH)


17.) MARIA (Female)

Usage: American

Meanings: Latinate form of Mary. See MARY. (MAH-REE-AH)


18.) MARIA (Female)

Usage: Portuguese

Meanings: A highly popular name, Maria is the Latin form of Mary, which is derived from the Hebrew Miryam, which is of debated meaning. Many believe it to mean “sea of bitterness” or “sea of sorrow.” However, some sources cite the alternative definitions of “rebellion,” “wished-for child,” and “mistress or lady of the sea.” The name, borne in the Bible by the virgin mother of Jesus, has become one of the most enduringly popular names in the Christian world. It is usually bestowed in reverence for the Virgin Mary and to bring the child under the special protection of the Mother of God. In Portugal the name was borne by two queens, the last being Maria II (181953), the mother of eleven children, including Pedro V (1837-61) and Luis I (1838-89). (MAH-REE-AH)


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