Marija

Q: How popular is the name Marija?

Marija is ranked #63771 in popularity for girl names.

Girl Name #63,771 Most Popular Hidden Gem

A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

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

Parents who love the name Marija often also consider Mary, Margaret, Martha .

Popularity Over Time

#63,771

Current Rank

Peaked 1976 Based on SSA data 1880–present

Quick Facts

Gender: Girl
Popularity Rank: #63,771
Total SSA Count: 5

Alternative Spellings

Maria #74 Mariana #242 Mariah #413 Mariam #492 Marie #637 Marina #639 Marilyn #666 Marigold #693

Nicknames

Mar May Marie Mariie

Middle Name Ideas

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Marija Reese

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Marija Ruth

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Marija Claire

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Marija Jade

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Marija Hannah

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Marija Grace

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Marija Quinn

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Frequently Asked Questions About Marija

Is Marija a boy or girl name?

Marija is primarily used as a girl name.

How popular is the name Marija?

Marija is currently ranked #63771 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Marija?

Common nicknames for Marija include Mar, May, Marie, and Mariie.

Is Marija a common or rare name?

Marija is an uncommon name, ranked #63771 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Marija

Marija is a girl name .

Marija is currently ranked #63,771 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

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

Alternative spellings of Marija include Maria, Mariana, Mariah, Mariam, Marie . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.