International Baby Names
International Variations of Mary
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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.
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.…
Marella
Italian variation of Marilla, Latin
"bright shining sea"
Marella is an Italian name that feels at once unique and familiar, which may either be the best or worst of both worlds, depending on your preference. Only a few dozen baby girls were named Marella…
Marinka
Marinka is a feminine name that serves as a diminutive form of Marina in several Slavic languages, particularly in Russian, Ukrainian, and Polish cultures. The name ultimately derives from the Latin…
Marion
English and French diminutive of Marie
"drop of the sea, bitter, or beloved"
An underused classic that has proved surprisingly unisex over the last few decades, being given to roughly the same number of baby girls and boys in the US from the 1970s to the 2000s. For a girl,…
Mariquita
Spanish diminutive of Maria
"drop of the sea, bitter, or beloved"
Mariquita derives from 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 "bitterness"); and…
Marisa
Italian and Spanish combination of Maria and Louisa
"drop of the sea, bitter, or beloved + famous battle"
A name made famous by Marisas Berenson and Tomei, never became as saturated as its cousin Melissa, so still a feasible choice. Marisa is one of those Spanish and Italian names for girls that sounds…
Marisela
Spanish and Italian form of Maria
"drop of the sea, bitter, or beloved + famous battle"
An elaboration of Marisa, a combination of Maria and Louisa. The meaning of Maria is uncertain, but theories include "drop of the sea" (from Hebrew roots mar "drop" and yam "sea"); "bitter" (from…
Marisha
Marisha is a feminine name with Slavic origins, particularly popular in Russian and Eastern European cultures. It developed as a diminutive form of Maria (Mary), carrying the same Hebrew roots…
Mariska
Hungarian and Dutch diminutive of Maria
"drop of the sea, bitter, or beloved"
Robust and energetic with an even blend of spikiness and elegance, Mariska is a diminutive of Maria, notably used in Hungary and The Netherlands. Internationally, it was brought into the spotlight by…
Marissa
Variation of Maris or a combination of Maria + Louisa
"drop of the sea, bitter, or beloved + famous battle"
Pretty feminissima name that never became as overused as cousin Melissa. The more streamlined Maris is a more modern sounding option. Namesakes include Marissa Mayer, the former CEO of Yahoo!. The…
Marita
German and Spanish diminutive of Maria
"drop of the sea, bitter, or beloved"
Derived from 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 "bitterness"); and "beloved" (from…
Marite
Scandinavian diminutive of Maria
"drop of the sea, bitter, or beloved"
An unusual Maria variant which feels chic and tailored. The meaning of Maria is uncertain, but theories include "drop of the sea" (from Hebrew roots mar "drop" and yam "sea"); "bitter" (from Hebrew…
Maritza
Spanish diminutive of Maria
"drop of the sea, bitter, or beloved"
Used especially in Latin America, this would make a funky spin on Maria. The meaning of Maria is uncertain, but theories include "drop of the sea" (from Hebrew roots mar "drop" and yam "sea");…
Mariya
Hebrew or Egyptian
"drop of the sea, bitter, or beloved"
Russian, Ukrainian, and Bulgarian form of the classic Maria sure to cause a lifetime of spelling questions and pronunciation mistakes.
Marja
Finnish, Dutch
"berry"
A Dutch, Finnish and Sorbian form of Mary, which also happens to mean "berry" in Finnish, giving it a sweet naturey charm.
Marjan
Dutch, Persian, Kazakh, Arabic, Sanskrit
"drop of the sea, bitter, or beloved + grace; coral; purification"
A succinct and multicultural choice, Marjan's meaning and pronunciation differs depending on which root you follow. As a Dutch name, it is a variation of Marianne, a name that blends the classic…
Maroula
Greek diminutive of Maria, Hebrew
"bitter; beloved; drop of the sea"
An appealing diminutive of Maria, sometime transcribed as Maroulla too.
Maruca
Maruca is a feminine name with Latin and Romanian origins, functioning as an affectionate diminutive of Maria. The name carries all the warmth and spiritual significance of Maria, which derives from…