Mary

Mary is of Hebrew origin, derived from the name Miryam. It means "beloved" or "wished-for child."

Notable Namesakes

• Mary Shelley - Author of "Frankenstein"
• Mary J. Blige - R&B singer and actress
• Mary Kom - Indian boxer, Olympic medalist
• Mary Tyler Moore - Actress, "The Mary Tyler Moore Show"
• Mary Queen of Scots - Scottish monarch
• Mary Lou Retton - Olympic gymnast
• Mary Cassatt - Impressionist painter
• Mary Wollstonecraft - Writer, feminist philosopher
• Mary Pickford - Silent film actress, co-founder of United Artists
• Mary Kate Olsen - Actress, fashion designer, Olsen twins

Complementary Names / Sisters

Girl names closely related to Mary

Complementary Names / Brothers

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Name Variants

Names with similar meaning to Mary