Name comparison
Maria vs Mary
Mary is the more common of the two, with roughly 14.4x more bearers worldwide.
Side-by-side
| Metric | Maria | Mary |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated bearers worldwide | 431,751 | 6,200,000 |
| Global rank | #95 | #13 |
| Rarity (worldwide) | 1 in 18,529 | 1 in 1,290 |
| Origin | n/a | Hebrew |
| Predominant gender | Female (99.2%) | Female (99.6%) |
| Countries with data | 1 | 2 |
| U.S. bearers | 431,751 | 1,355,849 |
How they differ
Mary has approximately 6.2M living bearers compared to 432k for Maria - a ratio of about 14.4x.
Maria originates from unknown origins. Mary originates from Hebrew (from Miriam; possibly 'beloved' or 'wished-for child').
Frequently asked questions
Is Maria or Mary more popular?
Mary is more popular worldwide, with approximately 6,200,000 estimated living bearers compared to 431,751 for Maria. That is roughly 14.4x more bearers of Mary.
What is the difference in origin between Maria and Mary?
Maria originates from unknown sources. Mary originates from Hebrew.
Are Maria and Mary used for the same gender?
Both Maria and Mary are predominantly used as female names.
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