Mariia Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: mah-REE-ah /məˈriːə/
Origin: Slavic; Hebrew
Meaning: Slavic: sea of bitterness; Hebrew: wished-for child
Historical & Cultural Background
Mariia is a variant of the name Maria, which has deep roots in various cultures. In Slavic countries, it is often associated with the Virgin Mary and is a popular name among Christians.
The name has been widely used across Europe and has many variants in different languages. Its popularity has persisted through centuries, making it a timeless choice for many families.
Famous people named Mariia
In this section, you will find notable people named Mariia. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Mariia who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
We also feature individuals named Mariia who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.
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Mariia Kolesnikova is a Belarusian political activist known for her role in the 2020 protests against the government.
Mariia Vasilyevna is a notable Russian artist recognized for her contributions to contemporary art.
Mariia Shumakova is a Ukrainian scientist who has made significant advancements in environmental studies.
Mariia Karpova is a celebrated Russian ballet dancer known for her performances in major ballet companies.
Fictional characters named Mariia
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Mariia is a character in the animated film 'The Nutcracker', where she plays the lead role of Clara.
Mariia is a character in the video game 'Fire Emblem: Three Houses', known for her strategic prowess.
Sibling suggestions
If you're looking for sibling name ideas that pair well with Mariia, the following options are frequently chosen as complementary choices by parents.
Similar names
Based on our extensive baby names database, several names share stylistic or phonetic similarities with Mariia. These names can serve as alternatives to the sibling suggestions listed above and may help you find the perfect complementary name for your growing family.
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Mariia was first seen in the United States in 2023.
Mariia has ranked as high as #1371 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Mariia has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Mariia 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 Mariia was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Mariia
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
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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 Mariia.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 5 |