Marian

Girl's name

Marian is a name of Latin origin, derived from the male name Marianus, which means "of Marius." It has evolved into a popular female name.

Meaning Sea of bitterness, beloved
Origin Hebrew
U.S. births in 2023 209
Peak year 1924

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Names Starting With M

Popularity Over Time

Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Marian Anderson - Opera singer, civil rights activist
  • Marian Wright Edelman - Children's rights advocate, founder of CDF
  • Marian Keyes - Irish author, known for women's fiction novels
  • Marian Rivera - Filipina actress, model, and television personality
  • Marian McPartland - Jazz pianist, composer, radio host
  • Marian Gaborik - Slovak ice hockey player
  • Marian Hossa - Slovak ice hockey player, three-time Stanley Cup champion

Sisters for Marian

Girl names closely related to Marian

Barbara Zhavia Kendra Eliyanah Renesmee Abriella Mercedes Jaelynn

Brothers for Marian

Boy names closely related to Marian

Braedon Reagan Azrael Jiraiya Aydan Abner Jeriah Mikah

Name Variants

Names with similar meaning to Marian

Maira Maleah Malia Maliah Maliyah Mamie Mara Marbella

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