Annalise vs Mara

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Popularity Comparison

Annalise Rank #462
Mara Rank #588

Annalise is more popular, ranked #462 vs #588 for Mara.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Annalise ___

  • Annalise Marie
  • Annalise Grace
  • Annalise Rose
  • Annalise Victoria
  • Annalise Claire
  • Annalise Jane

Mara ___

  • Mara Jane
  • Mara Grace
  • Mara Louise
  • Mara Elizabeth
  • Mara Rose
  • Mara Claire

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Annalise

Charlotte Isabelle Eloise Sebastian Julian

If you choose Mara

Nora Cora Lena Eli Simon

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Annalise or Mara more popular?

Annalise is more popular, ranked #462 compared to Mara at #588 in the United States.

What do Annalise and Mara mean?

Annalise means "oath of God" (Hebrew origin). Mara means "bitter" (Hebrew origin).

Are Annalise and Mara boy or girl names?

Annalise is primarily a girl name. Mara is primarily a girl name.

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