Maria vs Mariya

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Maria

Girl #74 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"drop of the sea"

Origin: Hebrew

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Girl #4,956 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"beloved, wished-for child"

Origin: Hebrew

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Maria Rank #74

Mariya Rank #4,956

Maria is more popular, ranked #74 vs #4956 for Mariya.

Is Maria or Mariya more popular?

Maria is more popular, ranked #74 compared to Mariya at #4956 in the United States.

What do Maria and Mariya mean?

Maria means "drop of the sea" (Hebrew origin). Mariya means "beloved, wished-for child" (Hebrew origin).

Are Maria and Mariya boy or girl names?

Maria is primarily a girl name. Mariya is primarily a girl name.