Marycatherine

“Bitter”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#11811US 2023

8Births / yr

↑Rising

911All-time births

📅 Since 191400

How to pronounce Marycatherine

MER·ee·KATH·er·un

/ˈmɛr.iː.ˈkæθ.ɝ.ən/ · stress on MER · 5 syllables

“Bitter”

American origin · Girl name

What does Marycatherine mean and where does it come from?

Marycatherine is a portmanteau name combining Mary and Catherine. 'Mary' is derived from the Hebrew name Miriam (מִרְיָם), which may mean 'bitter', while 'Catherine' comes from the Greek Aikaterine, meaning 'pure'. The name has been popular across English-speaking countries, often representing a ble

Cultural significance

Marycatherine has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of bitter.

Peak popularity

Reached #3154 in 1964 — currently #11811 in the US.

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How else can you spell Marycatherine?

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

What middle names flow best with Marycatherine?

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

Marycatherine Grace

How popular is Marycatherine right now?

Rising fast — up 5036 spots — currently #11811 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1960–2023#11811 · Top 8.7%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#11811	8	▲ up 5036 · +60% births
2022	#16847	5	▼ down 6803 · -50% births
2021	#10044	10	▼ down 1667 · -17% births
2020	#8377	12	▲ up 1817 · +20% births
2015	#10194	10	▼ down 4925 · -62% births
2010	#5269	26	▲ up 1292 · +44% births
2005	#6561	18	▼ down 588
2000	#5973	18	▼ down 2459 · -42% births
1995	#3514	31	▲ up 1821 · +82% births
1990	#5335	17	▼ down 649 · +6% births
1985	#4686	16	▲ up 99 · +7% births
1980	#4785	15	▼ down 588
1975	#4197	15	▲ up 2303 · +114% births
1970	#6500	7	▼ down 2203 · -30% births
1965	#4297	10	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Marycatherine

Best Year1995Rank #3514

Peak Count31

Average Rank#7142

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1960 - 202316 years

The story of Marycatherine

Marycatherine entered American naming records in 1914 and has been in use for over 110 years. With 911 total births recorded, Marycatherine remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #5874 in 1960, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #11811 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Marycatherine in 1964:

Lisa Mary Susan Karen Patricia

Marycatherine by decade

Marycatherine peaked in the 1960s. See all 1960s names →

Decade	Births
1910s	7
1940s	5
1950s	17
1960s	67
1970s	75
1980s	152
1990s ★	247
2000s	190
2010s	139
2020s	12

💎Marycatherine has only 911 total recorded births since 1914 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Marycatherine?

Common

MarMaIne

What names sound and feel like Marycatherine?

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

Marykatherine

American · Combined form of

Marycaroline

American · bitterness

Marjorine

American · of the sea

Mayline

American · a combination of

Madgline

American · A variant of

Magline

American · Derived from Magdalen,

Common questions about the name Marycatherine

What does the name Marycatherine mean?

Marycatherine means "Bitter" — a name rooted in American 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 Marycatherine?

Marycatherine is currently a distinctive and less common name 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 Marycatherine?

Marycatherine originates from American tradition. American 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 Marycatherine?

Marycatherine is a 5-syllable name pronounced M EH1 R IY0 K AE1 TH ER0 AH0 N. 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 Marycatherine?

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