Marai

Marai is a girl baby name. Ranked #49,744 in the US, popular nicknames include Mar, May, and Marie.

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Girl Name #49,744 Most Popular Hidden Gem 5 Letters

A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.

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Meaning & Origin

Marai is a girl name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records.

Parents who love the name Marai often also consider Shakyiah, Daegan, Ariyahna .

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Historical Record

Marai first appeared in US Social Security records in 2003.

Over 83 babies have been named Marai in the United States since SSA records began.

Today, Marai is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #49,744 for girl names in the US .

Popularity Over Time

#49,744
Current Rank
Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present

Quick Facts

Gender
Girl
Popularity Rank
#49,744
Total SSA Count
5

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Nicknames

Mar May Marie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Marai

Is Marai a boy or girl name?
Marai is primarily used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Marai?
Marai is currently ranked #49744 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Marai?
Common nicknames for Marai include Mar, May, and Marie.
Is Marai a common or rare name?
Marai is an uncommon name, ranked #49744 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What girl names are similar to Marai?
Marai pairs well with Shakyiah, Daegan, Ariyahna, Allexys in style and sound.
Are there other spellings for Marai?
Related spellings include Mara, Marah.

About the Name Marai

Marai is a girl name .

Marai is currently ranked #49,744 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Marai include Mar, May, and Marie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

Alternative spellings of Marai include Mara, Marah . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.

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