Mara

Girl's name

Mara is a name of Hebrew origin, meaning "bitter" or "sorrow."

Meaning Sea of bitterness, beloved
Origin Hebrew
U.S. births in 2023 514
Peak year 2021

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Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Mara Wilson - Actress known for "Matilda" and "Mrs. Doubtfire."
  • Mara Brock Akil - TV producer of "Girlfriends" and "Being Mary Jane."
  • Mara Schiavocampo - Journalist and news correspondent for various networks.
  • Mara Liasson - NPR political correspondent and analyst.
  • Mara Abbott - Professional cyclist and Olympic athlete.
  • Mara Lane - Actress and wife of actor Jonathan Rhys Meyers.
  • Mara Keisling - LGBTQ rights activist and founder of NCTE.
  • Mara Yamauchi - British long-distance runner and Olympian.
  • Mara Hvistendahl - Journalist and author of "Unnatural Selection."
  • Mara Roszak - Celebrity hairstylist for stars like Emma Stone.

Sisters for Mara

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Brothers for Mara

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Name Variants

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