Marija Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationMAH-ree-yah / ˈmɑː.ri.jəSlavic; Latin
Meaning
Slavic: sea of bitterness; Latin: wished-for child
Historical & Cultural Background
Marija is a variant of the name Maria, which has roots in various cultures, including Slavic and Latin. It is commonly used in countries with Slavic languages, such as Croatia and Serbia. The name has significant religious connotations, often associated with the Virgin Mary in Christianity. Marija has been a popular name in various cultures and has numerous variants across different languages.
Trend Summary
Marija has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with occasional peaks in usage.
Similar Names
Variants
- Maria
- Mariya
- Marija
International Variants
- Maria (Spanish)
- Mariya (Russian)
- Marie (French)
- Mariya (Ukrainian)
Famous people named Marija
Marija Šerifović is a Serbian singer known for winning the Eurovision Song Contest in 2007.
Marija Jurić Zagorka was a Croatian journalist and writer, recognized as the first female journalist in Croatia.
Marija Kovačević is a Croatian athlete who has competed in international track and field events.
Marija Gimbutas was a Lithuanian-American archaeologist known for her work on Neolithic cultures in Europe.
Fictional characters named Marija
Marija is a character in the video game 'The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt', known for her role in the storyline.
Marija is a character in the novel 'The Bridge on the Drina' by Ivo Andrić, representing the struggles of her community.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Marija was first seen in the United States in 1962. Marija has ranked as high as #1379 nationally, which occurred in 2008, and has been most popular in Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Marija has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Marija (2008)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| IL | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1962 | 5 |
| 1963 | 6 |
| 1967 | 5 |
| 1968 | 6 |
| 1970 | 7 |
| 1971 | 10 |
| 1972 | 7 |
| 1973 | 7 |
| 1974 | 12 |
| 1975 | 15 |
| 1976 | 15 |
| 1978 | 6 |
| 1979 | 12 |
| 1980 | 9 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1982 | 9 |
| 1983 | 7 |
| 1984 | 5 |
| 1985 | 5 |
| 1986 | 9 |
| 1987 | 19 |
| 1988 | 11 |
| 1989 | 8 |
| 1990 | 15 |
| 1991 | 8 |
| 1992 | 9 |
| 1993 | 10 |
| 1994 | 5 |
| 1995 | 12 |
| 1996 | 11 |
| 1997 | 10 |
| 1998 | 6 |
| 1999 | 11 |
| 2000 | 11 |
| 2001 | 12 |
| 2002 | 10 |
| 2003 | 6 |
| 2004 | 14 |
| 2005 | 17 |
| 2006 | 5 |
| 2007 | 14 |
| 2008 | 21 |
| 2009 | 14 |
| 2010 | 20 |
| 2011 | 7 |
| 2012 | 5 |
| 2013 | 7 |
| 2014 | 7 |
| 2015 | 5 |
| 2016 | 8 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2018 | 9 |
| 2019 | 8 |
| 2020 | 6 |
| 2022 | 6 |
| 2024 | 5 |