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Mariah vs Marie

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Mariah

Girl #413 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"sea of bitterness"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English American Spanish Italian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#413
Total SSA Count
756
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Marie

Girl #637 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"beloved, wished-for child"

Origin: Hebrew (Miryam)

Cultural Roots

French German English Dutch Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#637
Total SSA Count
461
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Mariah Rank #413
Marie Rank #637

Mariah is more popular, ranked #413 vs #637 for Marie.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mariah or Marie more popular?

Mariah is more popular, ranked #413 compared to Marie at #637 in the United States.

What do Mariah and Marie mean?

Mariah means "sea of bitterness" (Hebrew origin). Marie means "beloved, wished-for child" (Hebrew (Miryam) origin).

Are Mariah and Marie boy or girl names?

Mariah is primarily a girl name. Marie is primarily a girl name.

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