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Mary vs Marija

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

Mary Rank #132
Marija Rank #63,771

Mary is more popular, ranked #132 vs #63771 for Marija.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mary or Marija more popular?

Mary is more popular, ranked #132 compared to Marija at #63771 in the United States.

What do Mary and Marija mean?

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

Are Mary and Marija boy or girl names?

Mary is primarily a girl name. Marija is primarily a girl name.

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