Maryella

“bitter”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#6825US 2023

17Births / yr

↑Rising

673All-time births

📅 Since 190900

How to pronounce Maryella

MER·ee·EL·uh

/ˈmɛr.iː.ˈɛl.ə/ · stress on MER · 4 syllables

“bitter”

American origin · Girl name

What does Maryella mean and where does it come from?

Maryella is a modern name that combines elements from the name Mary and the suffix -ella. The name Mary has Hebrew roots (מרים) and conveys the meaning of 'bitter' or 'sea of bitterness'. The name Maryella has seen a rise in popularity in recent years, particularly in English-speaking countries. Sev

Cultural significance

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

Peak popularity

Reached #1859 in 1921 — currently #6825 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Maryella?

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

Maryella Grace

How popular is Maryella right now?

Rising fast — up 4088 spots — currently #6825 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1915–2023#6825 · Top 5.0%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#6825	17	▲ up 4088 · +89% births
2022	#10913	9	▼ down 5042 · -57% births
2021	#5871	21	▼ down 406 · -5% births
2020	#5465	22	▲ up 1 · -8% births
2015	#5466	24	▲ up 1184 · +26% births
2010	#6650	19	▲ up 521 · +19% births
2005	#7171	16	▼ down 480 · +220% births
1965	#6691	5	▼ down 2608 · -37% births
1950	#4083	8	▼ down 282 · +14% births
1945	#3801	7	▼ down 463 · -12% births
1940	#3338	8	▲ up 1086 · +60% births
1935	#4424	5	▲ up 344
1930	#4768	5	▼ down 2415 · -69% births
1925	#2353	16	▲ up 1803 · +129% births
1920	#4156	7	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Maryella

Best Year1925Rank #2353

Peak Count24

Average Rank#5330

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1915 - 202316 years

The story of Maryella

Maryella entered American naming records in 1909 and has been in use for over 115 years. With 673 total births recorded, Maryella remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #3299 in 1915, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #6825 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Maryella in 1921:

Mary Dorothy Helen Margaret Ruth

Maryella by decade

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

Decade	Births
1900s	6
1910s	52
1920s	99
1930s	58
1940s	66
1950s	30
1960s	5
1980s	11
1990s	5
2000s	101
2010s ★	218
2020s	22

💎Maryella has only 673 total recorded births since 1909 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Maryella?

Common

MarMaElla

What names sound and feel like Maryella?

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

American · Lioness; an alternative

Makella

American · One who is

American · A feminine form

Common questions about the name Maryella

What does the name Maryella mean?

Maryella 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 Maryella?

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

What is the cultural origin of Maryella?

Maryella 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 Maryella?

Maryella is a four-syllable name pronounced M EH1 R IY0 EH1 L 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 Maryella?

Maryella 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.