Maritza
Meaning
"of the sea, bitter sea (from Maria/Miriam)"
Origin: Hebrew
Cultural Roots
Quick Stats
- Popularity Rank
- #2,236
- Total SSA Count
- 84
- Syllables
- 3
- Formality
- Moderate
- Nicknames
- Mari, Mara, Ritza
Baby Name Comparison — 2026
"of the sea, bitter sea (from Maria/Miriam)"
Origin: Hebrew
"lily, rose"
Origin: Hebrew
Maritza is more popular, ranked #2236 vs #2325 for Susana.
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Maritza is more popular, ranked #2236 compared to Susana at #2325 in the United States.
Maritza means "of the sea, bitter sea (from Maria/Miriam)" (Hebrew origin). Susana means "lily, rose" (Hebrew origin).
Maritza is primarily a girl name. Susana is primarily a girl name.