Names Starting With M
GirlHebrew#80 in 2025
Maria
Maria is a girls' name of Hebrew origin meaning “beloved, wished-for child, sea of bitterness.” It ranked #80 in the United States in 2025.
pronunciation
mah-REE-uh
meaning & origin
The name Maria means “beloved, wished-for child, sea of bitterness.” It comes from the Hebrew language tradition.
The Latin and Romance language form of Miriam/Mary, one of the most globally used given names throughout history. Venerated across Christianity, Islam (as Maryam), and many other traditions, it remains a timeless name worldwide.
popularity over time
#922020
#892021
#862022
#832023
#802024
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2024 | #80 |
| 2023 | #83 |
| 2022 | #86 |
| 2021 | #89 |
| 2020 | #92 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset
famous people named Maria
- Maria Callas (opera singer)
- Maria Montessori (educator)
- Maria von Trapp (The Sound of Music)
- Maria Sharapova (tennis player)
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