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Maria vs Rose

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rose

Girl #115 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"type of red or pink flowering plant"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

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Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#115
Total SSA Count
2,376
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Maria Rank #74
Rose Rank #115

Maria is more popular, ranked #74 vs #115 for Rose.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Maria or Rose more popular?

Maria is more popular, ranked #74 compared to Rose at #115 in the United States.

What do Maria and Rose mean?

Maria means "drop of the sea" (Hebrew origin). Rose means "type of red or pink flowering plant" (Germanic origin).

Are Maria and Rose boy or girl names?

Maria is primarily a girl name. Rose is primarily a girl name.

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