Mary Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationMAIR-ee / ˈmɛəriHebrew; Latin
Meaning
Hebrew: 'beloved'; Latin: 'sea of bitterness'
Historical & Cultural Background
Mary is a name of significant importance in various cultures, particularly in Christianity, where it is associated with the Virgin Mary, the mother of Jesus. The name has been widely used across different languages and regions, often symbolizing purity and motherhood. In addition to its religious connotations, Mary has been a popular name in literature and history, appearing in various forms and adaptations.
Trend Summary
Mary has seen a decline in popularity in the United States over recent decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Marie
- Miriam
- Mare
International Variants
- Maria (Spanish)
- Mariya (Russian)
- Mireille (French)
Famous people named Mary
Mary Shelley was an English novelist best known for her work 'Frankenstein'.
Mary Poppins is a fictional character created by author P.L. Travers, known for her magical nannying skills.
Mary Cassatt was an American painter and printmaker, recognized for her contributions to the Impressionist movement.
Mary J. Blige is an American singer, songwriter, and actress, celebrated for her influence on R&B music.
Fictional characters named Mary
Mary Lennox is a character in 'The Secret Garden' by Frances Hodgson Burnett, who discovers a hidden garden.
Mary Jane Watson is a character in the 'Spider-Man' comic series, known as Peter Parker's love interest.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Mary was first seen in the United States in 1880. Mary has ranked as high as #588 nationally, which occurred in 1930, and has been most popular in New York, Pennsylvania, Texas, North Carolina, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Mary has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Mary (2004)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
KY | 16 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1880 | 27 |
1881 | 29 |
1882 | 30 |
1883 | 32 |
1884 | 36 |
1885 | 38 |
1886 | 32 |
1887 | 47 |
1888 | 50 |
1889 | 41 |
1890 | 35 |
1891 | 39 |
1892 | 50 |
1893 | 55 |
1894 | 48 |
1895 | 47 |
1896 | 57 |
1897 | 63 |
1898 | 50 |
1899 | 50 |
1900 | 75 |
1901 | 58 |
1902 | 56 |
1903 | 63 |
1904 | 58 |
1905 | 68 |
1906 | 76 |
1907 | 70 |
1908 | 79 |
1909 | 80 |
1910 | 99 |
1911 | 98 |
1912 | 118 |
1913 | 126 |
1914 | 127 |
1915 | 159 |
1916 | 164 |
1917 | 159 |
1918 | 169 |
1919 | 154 |
1920 | 195 |
1921 | 187 |
1922 | 186 |
1923 | 203 |
1924 | 224 |
1925 | 260 |
1926 | 272 |
1927 | 283 |
1928 | 294 |
1929 | 327 |
1930 | 340 |
1931 | 325 |
1932 | 330 |
1933 | 318 |
1934 | 302 |
1935 | 277 |
1936 | 292 |
1937 | 288 |
1938 | 284 |
1939 | 272 |
1940 | 303 |
1941 | 315 |
1942 | 278 |
1943 | 254 |
1944 | 253 |
1945 | 198 |
1946 | 186 |
1947 | 184 |
1948 | 164 |
1949 | 169 |
1950 | 119 |
1951 | 161 |
1952 | 159 |
1953 | 146 |
1954 | 168 |
1955 | 148 |
1956 | 145 |
1957 | 182 |
1958 | 141 |
1959 | 169 |
1960 | 168 |
1961 | 168 |
1962 | 158 |
1963 | 137 |
1964 | 134 |
1965 | 136 |
1966 | 108 |
1967 | 127 |
1968 | 101 |
1969 | 108 |
1970 | 99 |
1971 | 86 |
1972 | 74 |
1973 | 54 |
1974 | 61 |
1975 | 66 |
1976 | 62 |
1977 | 52 |
1978 | 61 |
1979 | 65 |
1980 | 52 |
1981 | 67 |
1982 | 73 |
1983 | 57 |
1984 | 56 |
1985 | 67 |
1986 | 47 |
1987 | 69 |
1988 | 48 |
1989 | 74 |
1990 | 45 |
1991 | 32 |
1992 | 25 |
1993 | 18 |
1994 | 10 |
1995 | 13 |
1996 | 16 |
1997 | 13 |
1998 | 14 |
1999 | 11 |
2000 | 10 |
2001 | 14 |
2002 | 12 |
2003 | 9 |
2004 | 31 |
2005 | 10 |
2006 | 10 |
2007 | 10 |
2010 | 5 |
2012 | 6 |
2014 | 5 |
2020 | 5 |