Marites Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationmah-ree-tess / mɑːˈriːtɛsSpanish; Filipino
Meaning
Spanish: 'of the sea'; Filipino: 'gift of God'
Historical & Cultural Background
Marites is a name commonly used in the Philippines, often associated with the Spanish influence on Filipino culture. It is a combination of 'Maria' and 'Teresa', reflecting the tradition of using religious names. The name is popular among Filipino women and is often used in various regions of the country.
Trend Summary
The name Marites has seen varying levels of popularity in the Philippines, often influenced by cultural trends and naming conventions.
Similar Names
Variants
- Maritess
- Maritesa
International Variants
- María Teresa (Spanish)
- Maria Teresa (Italian)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Marites was first seen in the United States in 1973. Marites has ranked as high as #1088 nationally, which occurred in 1978, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Marites has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Marites (1982)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1973 | 5 |
| 1974 | 9 |
| 1978 | 11 |
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1980 | 9 |
| 1981 | 9 |
| 1982 | 7 |
| 1983 | 6 |
| 1984 | 7 |
| 1985 | 5 |