Mariaguadalupe Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: mah-ree-ah-gwah-doo-loo-peh /ˌmɑː.ri.əˌɡwɑː.dʊˈluː.peɪ/
Origin: Spanish; Latin
Meaning: Spanish: Mary of Guadalupe; Latin: Sea of Bitterness
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Mariaguadalupe is a compound name that combines two significant elements: "Maria" and "Guadalupe." The name "Maria" has its roots in the Hebrew name "Miryam," which is often interpreted to mean "sea of bitterness" or "rebelliousness." This name was adopted into Greek as "Maria" and subsequently into Latin, where it became widely used in Christian contexts, particularly due to the prominence of the Virgin Mary in the New Testament. The name "Guadalupe" originates from the Arabic word "wadi al-lub,” meaning "river of the wolf," which was later adapted into Spanish.
The name gained prominence in the Christian tradition through the veneration of Our Lady of Guadalupe, a title for the Virgin Mary associated with a famous apparition in Mexico in the early 16th century. Historically, the name Mariaguadalupe reflects a significant cultural and religious synthesis.
The Virgin of Guadalupe is a central figure in Mexican Catholicism, symbolizing the intersection of indigenous and Spanish cultures following the conquest of Mexico. The apparition of the Virgin Mary to Juan Diego in 1531 is a pivotal event, leading to the establishment of the Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe in Mexico City, which became one of the most visited pilgrimage sites in the world.
The name Mariaguadalupe thus carries with it a rich historical legacy, embodying themes of faith, identity, and cultural resilience. Culturally, Mariaguadalupe resonates deeply within Mexican and broader Latin American traditions, often associated with maternal virtues and spiritual protection.
The name encapsulates a blend of reverence for the Virgin Mary and the cultural significance of the Guadalupe apparition, making it a powerful symbol of faith and heritage. The use of the diminutive "Mari" is common in various cultures, reflecting affection and familiarity, while still maintaining the name's deep-rooted significance.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Mariaguadalupe was first seen in the United States in 1976.
Mariaguadalupe has ranked as high as #4540 nationally, which occurred in 1996, and has been most popular in California, Arizona, and Texas.
In the past 5 years the name Mariaguadalupe has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Mariaguadalupe is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Mariaguadalupe was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Mariaguadalupe.
| Year | Total Births | Girl |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 5 | 5 |
| 2021 | 6 | 6 |
| 2020 | 8 | 8 |
| 2019 | 10 | 10 |
| 2018 | 8 | 8 |
| 2017 | 6 | 6 |
| 2015 | 12 | 12 |
| 2014 | 16 | 16 |
| 2013 | 15 | 15 |
| 2012 | 21 | 21 |
| 2011 | 18 | 18 |
| 2010 | 16 | 16 |
| 2009 | 19 | 19 |
| 2008 | 29 | 29 |
| 2007 | 33 | 33 |
| 2006 | 26 | 26 |
| 2005 | 29 | 29 |
| 2004 | 32 | 32 |
| 2003 | 34 | 34 |
| 2002 | 29 | 29 |
| 2001 | 25 | 25 |
| 2000 | 38 | 38 |
| 1999 | 24 | 24 |
| 1998 | 39 | 39 |
| 1997 | 35 | 35 |
| 1996 | 45 | 45 |
| 1995 | 21 | 21 |
| 1994 | 20 | 20 |
| 1993 | 18 | 18 |
| 1992 | 15 | 15 |
| 1991 | 21 | 21 |
| 1990 | 16 | 16 |
| 1989 | 22 | 22 |
| 1988 | 14 | 14 |
| 1987 | 24 | 24 |
| 1986 | 13 | 13 |
| 1985 | 11 | 11 |
| 1984 | 7 | 7 |
| 1982 | 10 | 10 |
| 1981 | 5 | 5 |
| 1979 | 5 | 5 |
| 1976 | 7 | 7 |
Top States for Mariaguadalupe (2015)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |