Maraia Name Meaning, Popularity and Origins
Origin:
Hebrew
Gender Distribution:
0% Masculine / 100% Feminine
Meaning:
Maraia is a variant of the name Maria with biblical origins.
Meaning of the Name Maraia
Maraia is a variant of the name Maria. It is believed to have originated from the Hebrew name Miryam, meaning 'wished-for child' or 'bitter'. The name has significant biblical roots, as Mary is an important figure in Christian tradition. Maraia is a unique spelling variation that adds a touch of uniqueness to the classic name.
Popularity of the Name Maraia
The popularity for the name Maraia peaked in popularity in the year 2000 with 6 births, which ranked number 22,262 out of 27,519 unique names for that year. Maraia had the most female births in 2000 with 6, which ranked number 13,152 out of 17,658 female names for that year.
Nationwide Popularity of Maraia
Popularity of Maraia by State
We have no state ranking data available for the name Maraia. This means no states recorded more than 5 births for Maraia in the most recent calendar year. If you are looking for a rare or unique name, Maraia is a great pick!
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