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Maria victoria
Maria Victoria combines two classic feminine names with deep historical roots. Maria derives from the Hebrew name Miriam and has been one of the most enduring female names across cultures for…
Maribella
English, combination of Mary and Bella
"drop of the sea, bitter, or beloved + beautiful"
Frilly but undeniably beautiful. The meaning of Mary is uncertain, but theories include "drop of the sea" (from Hebrew roots mar "drop" and yam "sea"); "bitter" (from Hebrew marah "bitterness"); and…
Marica
Croatian and Hungarian form of Maria
"drop of the sea, bitter, or beloved"
A striking form of international favourite Maria, the meaning of which is uncertain. Theories include "drop of the sea" (from Hebrew roots mar "drop" and yam "sea"); "bitter" (from Hebrew marah…
Maricela
Spanish, combination of Maria and Celia, Hebrew, Latin
"drop of the sea, bitter, or beloved + heaven"
A pretty and little-known Spanish smoosh name, combining Maria with Celia. As such, it may have a number of meanings. On one hand, it could simply be interpreted as meaning "Maria of the Heavens",…
Maricella
Variation of Maricela, Spanish, Hebrew, Latin
"drop of the sea, bitter, or beloved + heaven"
.A less common spelling of Maricela that may appeal to English speakers, this name blends Maria with Celia. As such, it could mean "Maria of the Heavens", in honor of the Virgin Mary, however, you…
Maricopa
Spanish, meaning unknown
The Maricopa people are a Native American tribe who have lived on the banks of the Gila River for centuries. The tribe calls themselves Piipaash or Piipaa (meaning "people") — the term Maricopa is…
Mariela
Spanish diminutive of Maria
"drop of the sea, bitter, or beloved"
Variant of Mariella
Marielena
Marielena is a beautiful feminine name combining the traditional names Maria and Elena. With roots in both Latin and Greek origins, it carries rich meaning—Maria derives from the Hebrew name Miriam,…
Marienka
Czech diminutive of Maria
"drop of the sea, bitter, or beloved"
Cute but substantial short form, deriving from Maria. The meaning of Maria is uncertain, but theories include "drop of the sea" (from Hebrew roots mar "drop" and yam "sea"); "bitter" (from Hebrew…
Mariesa
English elaboration of Maria
"drop of the sea, bitter, or beloved"
A pretty spin on Maria or Marissa.
Mariessa
Mariessa is a feminine name that appears to be a modern variation of Maria or Mary, with origins in Hebrew meaning 'bitter' or 'beloved'. The addition of the '-essa' suffix gives the traditional name…
Marietta
Italian diminutive of Maria
"drop of the sea, bitter, or beloved"
Marietta would make for a classy and uncommon long form for cool nickname Etta. The meaning of Maria is uncertain, but theories include "drop of the sea" (from Hebrew roots mar "drop" and yam "sea");…
Mariha
Mariha appears to be a variant spelling of Mariah or Maria, traditional feminine names with deep historical roots. Maria derives from the Hebrew name Miriam, whose meaning is debated but may relate…
Marija
Croatian, Slovene, Serbian, Macedonian, Lithuanian, Latvian variation of Maria
"drop of the sea, bitter, or beloved"
Common transcription of Maria throughout Europe.
Marika
Dutch variation of Mary
Foreign variations of Mary are definitely the way to go; this one has a nice Dutch-girl feel. It also works as a cultural crossover name, e.g. between European languages and Japanese.
Marikia
Marikia is an uncommon feminine name that appears to blend elements of Maria (of Hebrew origin meaning 'bitter' or 'wished-for child') with Slavic or Eastern European naming conventions. The…
Marikka
Marikka is a feminine name representing a variant of Marica or Marika, which are diminutive forms of Maria. Maria ultimately derives from the Hebrew Miriam, whose meaning remains debated but may…
Marila
Latin
"shining sea"
Variant of Marilla
Marilena
Marilena is a feminine name with Latin and Greek origins. It's a combination of 'Maria', derived from the Hebrew name Miriam meaning 'sea of bitterness' or 'beloved', and 'Elena' or 'Lena', which…
Marilla
Latin
"shining sea"
Marilla is a names that's familiar via its resemblance to Mary and variations, but also distinctive: It hasn't been on the Top 1000 since the 1800s and was given to only 27 baby girls last year.…