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Marsha vs Mary

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Mary

Girl #132 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"sea of bitterness"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English Irish Christian Hebrew

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#132
Total SSA Count
2,196
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Marsha Rank #20,678
Mary Rank #132

Mary is more popular, ranked #132 vs #20678 for Marsha.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Marsha or Mary more popular?

Mary is more popular, ranked #132 compared to Marsha at #20678 in the United States.

What do Marsha and Mary mean?

Mary means "sea of bitterness" (Hebrew origin).

Are Marsha and Mary boy or girl names?

Marsha is primarily a boy name. Mary is primarily a girl name.

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