girlHebrew

Mary: Meaning & Origin

Mary is a girl name of Hebrew origin meaning “Beloved or wished-for child; Mary is the mother of Jesus and a pivotal figure in Christianity.”. It's a popular choice, ranking in the top 20% of baby names. With 2 syllables, it's short and easy to say.

Pronunciation

MAIR-ee

Phonetic spelling

Popularity

80/100 Score

This name ranks in the top 20% of popular names.

Nicknames

MareMel

Popularity Trend

Popularity Trend

43%
37
2010
21
Current
#41
Rank

* Popularity data based on national birth records and trends

Middle Name Ideas

  • Mary Anne
  • Mary Clare
  • Mary Elizabeth

Famous Namesakes

  • Mary, Mother of Jesus