Maria vs Aria

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Maria

Girl #74 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"drop of the sea"

Origin: Hebrew

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Girl #26 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"air, song, melody"

Origin: Italian

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Maria Rank #74

Aria Rank #26

Aria is more popular, ranked #26 vs #74 for Maria.

Is Maria or Aria more popular?

Aria is more popular, ranked #26 compared to Maria at #74 in the United States.

What do Maria and Aria mean?

Maria means "drop of the sea" (Hebrew origin). Aria means "air, song, melody" (Italian origin).

Are Maria and Aria boy or girl names?

Maria is primarily a girl name. Aria is primarily a girl name.