Deanna vs Mara

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Deanna

Girl #2,338 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"goddess of the moon and hunt"

Origin: Roman mythology

Cultural Roots

English Latin American Canadian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,338
Total SSA Count
79
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Dee, Dea, Annie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Deanna Rank #2,338
Mara Rank #588

Mara is more popular, ranked #588 vs #2338 for Deanna.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Deanna ___

  • Deanna Marie
  • Deanna Lynn
  • Deanna Grace
  • Deanna Rose
  • Deanna Louise
  • Deanna Kay

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 Deanna

Donna Darlene Randy Ronnie Linda

If you choose Mara

Nora Cora Lena Eli Simon

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Deanna or Mara more popular?

Mara is more popular, ranked #588 compared to Deanna at #2338 in the United States.

What do Deanna and Mara mean?

Deanna means "goddess of the moon and hunt" (Roman mythology origin). Mara means "bitter" (Hebrew origin).

Are Deanna and Mara boy or girl names?

Deanna is primarily a girl name. Mara is primarily a girl name.

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