Maran

Pronunciation: [ m-ahr-AHN ]

Maran is a girl baby name. Ranked #46,174 in the US, popular nicknames include Mar, May, and Marie.

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Girl Name #46,174 Most Popular Hidden Gem 5 Letters

A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.

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Meaning & Origin

Maran is a girl name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced m-ahr-AHN.

Parents who love the name Maran often also consider Aaronda, Janeese, Damber .

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Historical Record

Maran first appeared in US Social Security records in 1982.

Over 22 babies have been named Maran in the United States since SSA records began.

Today, Maran is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #46,174 for girl names in the US .

Popularity Over Time

#46,174
Current Rank
Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present

Quick Facts

Gender
Girl
Popularity Rank
#46,174
Total SSA Count
5

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Mar May Marie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Maran

Is Maran a boy or girl name?
Maran is primarily used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Maran?
Maran is pronounced m-ahr-AHN.
How popular is the name Maran?
Maran is currently ranked #46174 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Maran?
Common nicknames for Maran include Mar, May, and Marie.
Is Maran a common or rare name?
Maran is an uncommon name, ranked #46174 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What girl names are similar to Maran?
Maran pairs well with Aaronda, Janeese, Damber, Bridge in style and sound.
Are there other spellings for Maran?
Related spellings include Mara, Marah.

About the Name Maran

Maran is a girl name .

Maran is currently ranked #46,174 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

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

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

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