Marilis Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: MAH-ree-lis /ˈmɑːrɪlɪs/
Origin: Latin; Spanish
Meaning: Latin: of the sea; Spanish: little Mary
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Marilis is believed to have its roots in the Latin name "Maria," which itself is derived from the Hebrew name "Miryam." The exact meaning of Miryam is debated, but it is often associated with meanings such as "sea of bitterness," "rebelliousness," or "wished for child." The transition from Hebrew to Latin occurred through Greek, where the name was rendered as "Maria." In medieval Europe, particularly during the rise of Christianity, the name became widely adopted due to the veneration of the Virgin Mary, leading to its incorporation into various languages and cultures, including the development of the diminutive forms in different regions. Historically, the name Maria has been borne by numerous significant figures, including saints and queens.
One notable example is Saint Mary, the mother of Jesus, whose prominence in Christian texts, particularly the New Testament, solidified the name's importance in Western culture. The name was further popularized in the Middle Ages through the influence of various saints named Maria, as well as through the use of the name in religious texts and liturgies.
The King James Bible, published in 1611, also contributed to the name's enduring legacy in English-speaking cultures. Culturally, Marilis may be seen as a variant or derivative of Maria, reflecting the name's deep roots in religious and historical contexts.
The name carries connotations of purity and grace, often associated with the Virgin Mary. In various cultures, names derived from Maria have been linked to themes of motherhood and femininity, enhancing their resonance across generations.
The name Marilis, while less common, embodies these traditional associations and reflects the linguistic evolution stemming from its Hebrew origins.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Marilis was first seen in the United States in 1964.
Marilis has ranked as high as #1123 nationally, which occurred in 1964, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Marilis has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Marilis 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 Marilis was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Marilis
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 Marilis.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1988 | 5 |
| 1964 | 5 |