Mariska Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationmah-RISH-kah / /mɑːˈrɪʃ.kə/Hungarian; Slavic
Meaning
Hungarian: 'of Mary'; Slavic: 'little Mary'
Historical & Cultural Background
Mariska is a diminutive form of the name Maria, commonly used in Hungary and among Slavic cultures. It has been popularized in various artistic and cultural contexts. The name reflects a connection to the Virgin Mary, a significant figure in Christianity. Mariska has also gained recognition through notable personalities in entertainment.
Trend Summary
Mariska has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with notable peaks during the early 2000s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Maris
- Mariska
International Variants
- Marija (Slavic)
- Maria (Latin)
- Mariya (Russian)
Famous people named Mariska
Mariska Hargitay is an American actress known for her role as Olivia Benson on the television series 'Law & Order: Special Victims Unit'.
Mariska Veres was a Dutch singer, famous as the lead vocalist of the band Shocking Blue, known for their hit 'Venus'.
Fictional characters named Mariska
Mariska is a character in the animated series 'The Magic School Bus', known for her adventurous spirit.
Mariska is a character in the novel 'The Girl Who Kicked the Hornet's Nest' by Stieg Larsson, where she plays a significant role in the plot.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Mariska was first seen in the United States in 1971. Mariska has ranked as high as #1281 nationally, which occurred in 2007, and has been most popular in Texas, Pennsylvania, Ohio, New York, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Mariska has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Mariska (2013)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 | |
| FL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1971 | 5 |
| 1972 | 5 |
| 1982 | 5 |
| 1986 | 9 |
| 1987 | 8 |
| 1988 | 12 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1992 | 12 |
| 1993 | 7 |
| 1995 | 9 |
| 1998 | 7 |
| 2000 | 10 |
| 2001 | 8 |
| 2002 | 6 |
| 2003 | 9 |
| 2004 | 36 |
| 2005 | 54 |
| 2006 | 95 |
| 2007 | 107 |
| 2008 | 84 |
| 2009 | 65 |
| 2010 | 70 |
| 2011 | 65 |
| 2012 | 50 |
| 2013 | 37 |
| 2014 | 32 |
| 2015 | 30 |
| 2016 | 32 |
| 2017 | 25 |
| 2018 | 28 |
| 2019 | 18 |
| 2020 | 14 |
| 2021 | 11 |
| 2022 | 15 |
| 2023 | 14 |
| 2024 | 11 |