Name comparison
Linda vs Mary
Mary is the more common of the two, with roughly 7.4x more bearers worldwide.
Side-by-side
| Metric | Linda | Mary |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated bearers worldwide | 840,741 | 6,200,000 |
| Global rank | #30 | #13 |
| Rarity (worldwide) | 1 in 9,515 | 1 in 1,290 |
| Origin | n/a | Hebrew |
| Predominant gender | Female (99.7%) | Female (99.6%) |
| Countries with data | 1 | 2 |
| U.S. bearers | 840,741 | 1,355,849 |
How they differ
Mary has approximately 6.2M living bearers compared to 841k for Linda - a ratio of about 7.4x.
Linda originates from unknown origins. Mary originates from Hebrew (from Miriam; possibly 'beloved' or 'wished-for child').
Frequently asked questions
Is Linda or Mary more popular?
Mary is more popular worldwide, with approximately 6,200,000 estimated living bearers compared to 840,741 for Linda. That is roughly 7.4x more bearers of Mary.
What is the difference in origin between Linda and Mary?
Linda originates from unknown sources. Mary originates from Hebrew.
Are Linda and Mary used for the same gender?
Both Linda and Mary are predominantly used as female names.
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