Mary: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A beloved name meaning wished-for child.
- Origin
- English
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #124
- Peak
- #1 in 1880
Trend: Steady, holding a similar rank across the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Mary Means
Mary is a girl name of English origin. A beloved name meaning wished-for child.
How Popular Mary Is
Mary currently ranks #124 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #1 in 1880. It has held steady.
Good to Know About Mary
- Mary was a top 10 name in the United States, peaking at #1 in 1880.
- Mary has been a top 100 name across 151+ years of American history.
- Mary is a name from the English-speaking tradition.
- It has strong biblical roots and enduring spiritual significance.
Names Like Mary
Other English names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Mary
English names that pair well as a brother or sister to Mary.
Questions About Mary
What does Mary mean?
Mary is a girl name of English origin. A beloved name meaning wished-for child.
How popular is Mary?
Mary currently ranks #124 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #1 in 1880. It has held steady.
Where does Mary come from?
Mary comes from English roots. Mary was a top 10 name in the United States, peaking at #1 in 1880.
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