Marit
Marit is a girl baby name. Ranked #10,777 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
Marit first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 774 babies have been named Marit in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Marit is past its peak , currently ranked #10,777 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #10,777
- Total SSA Count
- 10
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About the Name Marit
Marit is a girl name .
Marit is currently ranked #10,777 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Marit include Mar, May, and Marie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Marit include Maria, Mariana, Mariah, Mariam, Marie . 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