Marah Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationMAH-rah / /ˈmɑː.rə/Hebrew; Arabic
Meaning
Hebrew: bitter; Arabic: a place of bitterness
Historical & Cultural Background
In Hebrew tradition, Marah is associated with the biblical story of the Israelites, where it signifies bitterness. The name appears in the Old Testament as a location where the waters were undrinkable. In Arabic, the name can refer to a geographical location, emphasizing its connection to the concept of bitterness. The name has been used in various cultures, reflecting a range of interpretations and significance.
Trend Summary
The name Marah has seen limited use in the United States, with occasional spikes in popularity.
Similar Names
Variants
- Mara
- Marra
International Variants
- Mara (Spanish)
- Mara (Italian)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Marah was first seen in the United States in 1964. Marah has ranked as high as #1225 nationally, which occurred in 2004, and has been most popular in Ohio, Pennsylvania, Georgia, New York, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Marah has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Marah (2023)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1964 | 5 |
| 1967 | 6 |
| 1969 | 5 |
| 1970 | 8 |
| 1971 | 5 |
| 1972 | 7 |
| 1973 | 8 |
| 1974 | 7 |
| 1975 | 9 |
| 1976 | 7 |
| 1977 | 13 |
| 1978 | 13 |
| 1979 | 11 |
| 1980 | 15 |
| 1981 | 24 |
| 1982 | 12 |
| 1983 | 11 |
| 1984 | 9 |
| 1985 | 12 |
| 1986 | 14 |
| 1987 | 28 |
| 1988 | 55 |
| 1989 | 78 |
| 1990 | 107 |
| 1991 | 110 |
| 1992 | 72 |
| 1993 | 55 |
| 1994 | 49 |
| 1995 | 67 |
| 1996 | 63 |
| 1997 | 86 |
| 1998 | 82 |
| 1999 | 56 |
| 2000 | 77 |
| 2001 | 90 |
| 2002 | 87 |
| 2003 | 95 |
| 2004 | 117 |
| 2005 | 70 |
| 2006 | 68 |
| 2007 | 65 |
| 2008 | 64 |
| 2009 | 37 |
| 2010 | 47 |
| 2011 | 45 |
| 2012 | 28 |
| 2013 | 22 |
| 2014 | 37 |
| 2015 | 34 |
| 2016 | 38 |
| 2017 | 25 |
| 2018 | 27 |
| 2019 | 25 |
| 2020 | 21 |
| 2021 | 26 |
| 2022 | 23 |
| 2023 | 32 |
| 2024 | 38 |