Marianna
“Latin”
Italy origin · Girl name
#885US 2023
304Births / yr
↓Falling
16.8kAll-time births
📅 Since 188300.01% of births at peak
How to pronounce Marianna
mah·ree·AH·nuh
/mɑ.riː.ˈɑ.nə/ · stress on AH · 4 syllables
“Latin”
Italy origin · Girl name
What does Marianna mean and where does it come from?
Marianna originates from Latin roots and is a popular name in countries like Italy and Spain, as well as among Spanish and Italian communities in the United States. It combines the meanings of 'Mary,' linked to the sea, and 'Anna,' which translates to graceful or favored. The name has been in use si
Cultural significance
Marianna has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Italy-speaking communities, where it reflects values of latin.
Peak popularity
Reached #609 in 1929 — currently #885 in the US.
What middle names flow best with Marianna?
Marianna works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Marianna Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Marianna Rose
Floral · soft ending
Marianna Mae
Sweet · timeless
Marianna Claire
French influence · crisp
Marianna Jane
Literary · strong
Marianna Skye
Modern · airy feel
How popular is Marianna right now?
Falling — down 67 spots — currently #885 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
The story of Marianna
Marianna has been a beloved American name for over 141 years, first appearing in Social Security records in 1883. A total of 16,822 babies have received this name. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #964 in 1900 to #885 in 2023.
Names that peaked alongside Marianna in 1929:
Marianna by decade
| Decade | Births | |
|---|---|---|
| 1880s | 23 | |
| 1890s | 42 | |
| 1900s | 131 | |
| 1910s | 704 | |
| 1920s | 1,254 | |
| 1930s | 971 | |
| 1940s | 1,007 | |
| 1950s | 1,029 | |
| 1960s | 925 | |
| 1970s | 772 | |
| 1980s | 1,011 | |
| 1990s | 1,996 | |
| 2000s ★ | 3,492 | |
| 2010s | 3,140 | |
| 2020s | 325 |
What are good nicknames for Marianna?
BASQUE
Maia
CATALAN
MarionaOna
CROATIAN
MajaMareMaricaMarijetaMašaMojca
CZECH
MadlenkaMajaMarikaMáša
What names sound and feel like Marianna?
Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Marianna also consider these
How is Marianna written in other languages?
Μαριαννα
Greek
What are the boy versions of Marianna?
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 CROATIANMariana CZECHMaren DANISHMarianne DANISHMarina DANISHMarius DANISHMarna DANISHMarianne DUTCHMarijn DUTCHMarina DUTCHMarinus DUTCHMarius DUTCHMarjan DUTCHRien DUTCHRina DUTCHRini DUTCHRinus DUTCHRiny DUTCHAnna ENGLISHMaria ENGLISHMarian ENGLISHMarianne ENGLISHMarigold ENGLISHMarina ENGLISHMarion ENGLISHMarni ENGLISHMarnie ENGLISHMaryann ENGLISHMaryanne ENGLISHMyra ENGLISHAnna FINNISHMaria FINNISHMarianne FINNISHMaëlys FRENCHMailys FRENCHMarianne FRENCHMarin FRENCHMarine FRENCHMarius FRENCHMaylis FRENCHMarina GEORGIANMarine GEORGIANIna GERMANMarianne GERMANMarina GERMANMario GERMANMarius GERMANAnna GREEKMaria GREEKMarina GREEKMarinos GREEKMarios GREEKAnna HUNGARIANMária HUNGARIANAnna ITALIANMaria ITALIANMarina ITALIANMarinella ITALIANMarino ITALIANMario ITALIANRina ITALIANPollyanna LITERATUREMarijus LITHUANIANMarijana MACEDONIANMarin MACEDONIANMarina MACEDONIANMirjana MACEDONIANMaren NORWEGIANMarianne NORWEGIANMarina NORWEGIANMarius NORWEGIANAnna POLISHMaria POLISHMariusz POLISHMarzanna POLISHMariana PORTUGUESEMarina PORTUGUESEMarinho PORTUGUESEMário PORTUGUESEMars ROMAN MYTHOLOGYMariana ROMANIANMarin ROMANIANMarina ROMANIANMarius ROMANIANMarina RUSSIANMaryana RUSSIANMàriu SARDINIANMhairi SCOTTISHMarijana SERBIANMarin SERBIANMarina SERBIANMarinko SERBIANMirjana SERBIANAnna SLOVAKMária SLOVAKMarijana SLOVENEMarina SLOVENEMarinka SLOVENEMarjana SLOVENEMirjana SLOVENELATIN AMERICAN(Mayra SPANISHMariana SPANISHMarianita SPANISHMarina SPANISHMarino SPANISHMario SPANISHMarianne SWEDISHMarina SWEDISHMarina UKRAINIAN
Common questions about the name Marianna
What does the name Marianna mean?
Marianna means "Latin" — a name rooted in Italy 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 Marianna?
Marianna is currently ranked #885 as a girl name in the US and is becoming rarer and more distinctive, making it a unique choice that stands out.
What is the cultural origin of Marianna?
Marianna originates from Italy tradition. Italy 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 Marianna?
Marianna is a four-syllable name pronounced M AA0 R IY0 AA1 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 Marianna?
Marianna pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Italy 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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