Macaria

“Blessed, happy” — Associated with blissful living

Greece origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#14621US 2022

6Births / yr

↓Falling

363All-time births

📅 Since 191400

How to pronounce Macaria

MAK·AH·ree·uh

/ˈmæk.ˈɑ.riː.ə/ · stress on MAK · 4 syllables

“Blessed, happy”

Associated with blissful living · Greece origin

What does Macaria mean and where does it come from?

Macaria is derived from the Greek word 'makarios', meaning blessed or happy. In Greek mythology, Macaria was the daughter of Heracles and was associated with blissful living. Although it is a rare name today, it may appeal to those interested in historical and mythological names.

Cultural significance

Macaria has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Greece-speaking communities, where it reflects values of blessed, happy.

Peak popularity

Reached #2844 in 1926 — currently #14621 in the US.

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How else can you spell Macaria?

Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive

Makaria

Spelling variant

What middle names flow best with Macaria?

Macaria works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Macaria Grace

How popular is Macaria right now?

Falling — down 2866 spots — currently #14621 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1925–2022#14621 · Top 11%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2022	#14621	6	▼ down 2866 · -25% births
2021	#11755	8	▲ up 159
2015	#11914	8	▼ down 1403 · -20% births
2010	#10511	10	▼ down 3662 · -41% births
2005	#6849	17	▲ up 8345 · +240% births
2000	#15194	5	▼ down 4588
1980	#10606	5	▼ down 7043 · -37% births
1930	#3563	8	▼ down 266 · -20% births
1925	#3297	10	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Macaria

Best Year1925Rank #3297

Peak Count17

Average Rank#9812

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1925 - 20229 years

The story of Macaria

Macaria entered American naming records in 1914 and has been in use for over 110 years. With 363 total births recorded, Macaria remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #3297 in 1925, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #14621 in 2022.

Names that peaked alongside Macaria in 1926:

Mary Dorothy Betty Helen Margaret

Macaria by decade

Macaria peaked in the 1920s. See all 1920s names →

Decade	Births
1910s	5
1920s	53
1930s	42
1940s	10
1950s	12
1970s	23
1980s	18
1990s	16
2000s ★	95
2010s	89

💎Macaria has only 363 total recorded births since 1914 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Macaria?

Common

MacMacieMacyAria

What names sound and feel like Macaria?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Macaria also consider these

Makaria

Greece · Greek

Mazaria

American · Possibly derived from

Greece · A variant of

Jacaria

American · A modern spelling

Mandria

Greece · Greek

Sacaria

Spanish · The Lord has

What are the boy versions of Macaria?

Kari FINNISH Macarius LATE GREEK Makarios LATE GREEK Makar RUSSIAN Makari RUSSIAN Makariy RUSSIAN Macario SPANISH Macarena SPANISH

Common questions about the name Macaria

What does the name Macaria mean?

Macaria means "Blessed, happy" — a name rooted in Greece tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Macaria?

Macaria is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Macaria have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Macaria?

Macaria originates from Greece tradition. Greece names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Macaria?

Macaria is a four-syllable name pronounced M AE1 K AA1 R IY0 AH0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Macaria?

Macaria pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Greece heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.