Marya
m(a)-rya,
mar-ya
US Popularity:13415
Origin:Latin
Meaning:Rebellion; Bitterness; Beloved; Wished for child; Woman; Purity; Bright whiteness
Marya is a feminine name derived from Maria, which has multiple linguistic connections worldwide. In Latin, Maria means "rebellion,” “bitterness,” and “wished for child,” all inspired by the Hebrew Miryam, better known as Mary. It also shares an Egyptian connection to myr, meaning “beloved,” and can also represent “woman” from the Arabic اِمْرَأَة or márya, as well as “purity” or “bright whiteness.” Marya is a popular Russian choice inspired by the English variation of Mary. Whichever cultural viewpoint you and baby can connect with most, the gorgeous Marya will be there to tie all of the corners of our wonderfully diverse world into one wholesome bundle!
How Popular Is The Name Marya?
U.S. Births
Overall:Marya is currently #13415 in U.S. births
Girl:Marya is currently #7872 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
#7872
in 2023
+ 2264
from 2022
Sources
100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky, pg. 222
WordSense Online Dictionary, marya
Behind the Name, Maya, April 2022
Behind the Name, Maria, October 2024
Behind the Name, Mary, January 2022
Name Doctor, Marya
Online Etymology Dictionary, Mary, July 2024
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