Mariana
“of the sea”
Spanish origin · Unisex name
#245US 2023
1.3kBirths / yr
→Stable
39.7kAll-time births
📅 Since 188800.11% of births at peak
How to pronounce Mariana
mer·ee·AN·uh
/ˌmɛr.iː.ˈæn.ə/ · stress on AN · 4 syllables
“of the sea”
Spanish origin · Unisex name
What does Mariana mean and where does it come from?
Mariana is a popular name in Spanish and Portuguese-speaking countries. It derives from the Latin 'marinus', which means 'of the sea'. The name has historical significance as it has been borne by many notable figures, including Mariana Pineda, a famous Spanish liberal martyr. Additionally, it is cel
Cultural significance
Mariana has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Spanish-speaking communities, where it reflects values of spanish.
Peak popularity
Reached #165 in 2005 — currently #245 in the US.
What middle names flow best with Mariana?
Mariana works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Mariana Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Mariana Rose
Floral · soft ending
Mariana Mae
Sweet · timeless
Mariana Claire
French influence · crisp
Mariana Jane
Literary · strong
Mariana Skye
Modern · airy feel
How popular is Mariana right now?
Holding steady — currently #245 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
The story of Mariana
Mariana has been a beloved American name for over 136 years, first appearing in Social Security records in 1888. A total of 39,671 babies have received this name. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #1478 in 1890 to #245 in 2023. Mariana is used for both genders: 100% female and 0% male.
Names that peaked alongside Mariana in 2005:
Mariana by decade
Mariana peaked in the 2000s. See all 2000s names →
| Decade | Births | |
|---|---|---|
| 1880s | 10 | |
| 1890s | 35 | |
| 1900s | 80 | |
| 1910s | 271 | |
| 1920s | 412 | |
| 1930s | 322 | |
| 1940s | 306 | |
| 1950s | 314 | |
| 1960s | 480 | |
| 1970s | 1,025 | |
| 1980s | 2,316 | |
| 1990s | 6,140 | |
| 2000s ★ | 15,853 | |
| 2010s | 10,982 | |
| 2020s | 1,125 |
What are good nicknames for Mariana?
BASQUE
Maia
CATALAN
MarionaOna
CROATIAN
MajaMareMaricaMarijetaMašaMojca
DANISH
MaikenMajaMajkenMarianneMia
Famous people named Mariana
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Mariana (Spanish conquistador or explorer)
Mariana bore this name during the Age of Exploration, spreading it across the Americas.
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Mariana (Spanish saint)
Mariana helped establish this name across the Spanish-speaking Catholic world.
M(
Mariana (Flamenco artist)
Mariana carried this name in the vibrant tradition of Spanish music and dance.
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Mariana (Latin American historical figure)
Mariana used this name across South and Central America as Spanish naming traditions spread.
What names sound and feel like Mariana?
Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Mariana also consider these
How is Mariana written in other languages?
Gender variants of Mariana
Marianus ANCIENT ROMANMarijan CROATIANMarjan CROATIANMarián CZECHMarian CZECHMarián HUNGARIANMariano ITALIANMarjan MACEDONIANMarian POLISHMariano PORTUGUESEMarian ROMANIANMarjan SERBIANMarián SLOVAKMarijan SLOVENEMarjan SLOVENEMariano SPANISHMeirion WELSHMerrion WELSHHISPANIC(Mayra AMERICANMarina ANCIENT ROMANMarinus ANCIENT ROMANMarius ANCIENT ROMANMarin BULGARIANMarina BULGARIANMarijana CROATIANMarijo CROATIANMarin CROATIANMarina CROATIANMarinela CROATIANMarinka CROATIANMarinko CROATIANMario CROATIANMarjana CROATIANMirjana CROATIANAnna CZECHMarie CZECHMaren DANISHMarianne DANISHMarina DANISHMarius DANISHMarna DANISHMarianne DUTCHMarijn DUTCHMarina DUTCHMarinus DUTCHMarius DUTCHMarjan DUTCHRien DUTCHRina DUTCHRini DUTCHRinus DUTCHRiny DUTCHMarian ENGLISHMarianna ENGLISHMarianne ENGLISHMarigold ENGLISHMarina ENGLISHMarion ENGLISHMarni ENGLISHMarnie ENGLISHMaryann ENGLISHMaryanne ENGLISHMyra ENGLISHMarianna FINNISHMarianne FINNISHMaëlys FRENCHMailys FRENCHMarianne FRENCHMarin FRENCHMarine FRENCHMarius FRENCHMaylis FRENCHMarina GEORGIANMarine GEORGIANIna GERMANMarianne GERMANMarina GERMANMario GERMANMarius GERMANMarianna GREEKMarina GREEKMarinos GREEKMarios GREEKMarianna HUNGARIANMarianna ITALIANMarina ITALIANMarinella ITALIANMarino ITALIANMario ITALIANRina ITALIANPollyanna LITERATUREMarijus LITHUANIANMarijana MACEDONIANMarin MACEDONIANMarina MACEDONIANMirjana MACEDONIANMaren NORWEGIANMarianne NORWEGIANMarina NORWEGIANMarius NORWEGIANMarianna POLISHMariusz POLISHMarzanna POLISHAna PORTUGUESEMaria PORTUGUESEMarina PORTUGUESEMarinho PORTUGUESEMário PORTUGUESEMars ROMAN MYTHOLOGYAna ROMANIANMaria ROMANIANMarin ROMANIANMarina ROMANIANMarius ROMANIANMarina RUSSIANMaryana RUSSIANMàriu SARDINIANMhairi SCOTTISHMarijana SERBIANMarin SERBIANMarina SERBIANMarinko SERBIANMirjana SERBIANMarianna SLOVAKMarijana SLOVENEMarina SLOVENEMarinka SLOVENEMarjana SLOVENEMirjana SLOVENELATIN AMERICAN(Mayra SPANISHAna SPANISHMaría SPANISHMarianita SPANISHMarina SPANISHMarino SPANISHMario SPANISHMarianne SWEDISHMarina SWEDISHMarina UKRAINIAN
Common questions about the name Mariana
What does the name Mariana mean?
Mariana means "Spanish" — a name rooted in Spanish 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 Mariana?
Mariana is currently ranked #245 in the United States as a baby name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Mariana have increased significantly in recent years.
What is the cultural origin of Mariana?
Mariana originates from Spanish tradition. Spanish 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 Mariana?
Mariana is a four-syllable name pronounced M EH2 R IY0 AE1 N 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 Mariana?
Mariana pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Spanish heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.
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