Maraya
Maraya is a girl baby name. Ranked #8,580 in the US, popular nicknames include Mar, May, and Marie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Maraya first appeared in US Social Security records in 1977.
Over 909 babies have been named Maraya in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Maraya is past its peak , currently ranked #8,580 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #8,580
- Total SSA Count
- 13
Alternative Spellings
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About the Name Maraya
Maraya is a girl name .
Maraya is currently ranked #8,580 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Maraya include Mar, May, Marie, and Maraie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Maraya include Mara, Marah . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis