Mara Boy

Popularity: — · Trend: → Stable

Origin(s)

PronunciationMAH-rah / /ˈmɑː.rə/

Hebrew; Latin

Meaning

Hebrew: bitter; Latin: sea

Historical & Cultural Background

In Hebrew tradition, Mara is associated with the biblical figure Naomi, who changed her name to Mara to express her bitterness after the loss of her family. The name has also been used in various cultures and languages, often retaining its original meanings. In Latin, Mara can be linked to maritime themes, reflecting the sea's vastness and depth. The name is relatively uncommon as a masculine name, with more frequent use as a feminine name.

Similar Names

MarkMarioMalikMarius

Variants

  • Maro

International Variants

  • Mara (Italian)
  • Mara (Spanish)

Famous people named Mara

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Fictional characters named Mara

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Sibling Suggestions

MiloMarekMasonMarcusMatteo

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Mara was first seen in the United States in 1982. Mara has ranked as high as #1110 nationally, which occurred in 1983, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Mara has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Mara

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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
19825
19836
19895