Mary vs Marla

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Mary

Girl #132 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"sea of bitterness"

Origin: Hebrew

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Girl #2,326 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"woman of Magdala, beloved"

Origin: Hebrew

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Mary Rank #132

Marla Rank #2,326

Mary is more popular, ranked #132 vs #2326 for Marla.

Is Mary or Marla more popular?

Mary is more popular, ranked #132 compared to Marla at #2326 in the United States.

What do Mary and Marla mean?

Mary means "sea of bitterness" (Hebrew origin). Marla means "woman of Magdala, beloved" (Hebrew origin).

Are Mary and Marla boy or girl names?

Mary is primarily a girl name. Marla is primarily a girl name.