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Maria is a feminine given name. It is given in many languages influenced by Christianity.
Maria is a feminine given name. It is given in many languages influenced by Christianity.
A girl name with 2 syllables. Currently considered common.
Explore how the popularity of Maria has changed over the last two decades.
The name Maria is the Latin form of the Greek name Mariam, which is a biblical name of Aramaic origin, meaning 'bitter' or 'rebellious.' It gained prominence through the Virgin Mary, the mother of Jesus, in Christian tradition. Consequently, Maria and its variations became extremely popular throughout Europe and continues to be a widely used name in many cultures, especially those with Christian heritage.
Mariah Carey, Maria Sharapova, Maria Montessori, Marie Curie, Mary, Queen of Scots
Marie, Ria, Mary, Mia
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