Bernice vs Marah

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Marah

Girl #3,901 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bitter, sorrow, grief"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew Christian Jewish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,901
Total SSA Count
38
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Mara, Mara

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Bernice Rank #3,814
Marah Rank #3,901

Bernice is more popular, ranked #3814 vs #3901 for Marah.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Bernice ___

  • Bernice Mae
  • Bernice Claire
  • Bernice Rose
  • Bernice Elizabeth
  • Bernice Jane
  • Bernice Louise

Marah ___

  • Marah Grace
  • Marah Hope
  • Marah Joy
  • Marah Ruth
  • Marah Elise
  • Marah Claire

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Bernice

Mabel Sylvia Dorothy Clarence Walter

If you choose Marah

Naomi Ruth Esther Miriam Ezra

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bernice or Marah more popular?

Bernice is more popular, ranked #3814 compared to Marah at #3901 in the United States.

What do Bernice and Marah mean?

Bernice means "bringer of victory" (Greek origin). Marah means "bitter, sorrow, grief" (Hebrew origin).

Are Bernice and Marah boy or girl names?

Bernice is primarily a girl name. Marah is primarily a girl name.

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