Mariella vs Sapphire

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Mariella

Girl #990 Most Popular 4 Syllables

Meaning

"beloved, little Mary"

Origin: Italian

Cultural Roots

Italian Spanish French English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#990
Total SSA Count
260
Syllables
4
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Mari, Ella, Ria

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Mariella Rank #990
Sapphire Rank #1,037

Mariella is more popular, ranked #990 vs #1037 for Sapphire.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Mariella ___

  • Mariella Rose
  • Mariella Grace
  • Mariella Sofia
  • Mariella Louise
  • Mariella Claire
  • Mariella Jane

Sapphire ___

  • Sapphire Rose
  • Sapphire Jane
  • Sapphire Mae
  • Sapphire Blue
  • Sapphire Grace
  • Sapphire Iris

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Mariella

Gabriella Arabella Isabella Cosimo Lorenzo

If you choose Sapphire

Ruby Jade Pearl Jasper Opal

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mariella or Sapphire more popular?

Mariella is more popular, ranked #990 compared to Sapphire at #1037 in the United States.

What do Mariella and Sapphire mean?

Mariella means "beloved, little Mary" (Italian origin). Sapphire means "precious blue gemstone" (Greek origin).

Are Mariella and Sapphire boy or girl names?

Mariella is primarily a girl name. Sapphire is primarily a girl name.

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