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 #5343 in the US.
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Browse names →How else can you spell Maryella?
Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive
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 Leah
One syllable · timeless choice
Maryella Quinn
One syllable · timeless choice
Maryella Blair
One syllable · on the rise
Maryella Ruth
One syllable · timeless choice
Maryella Wren
One syllable · vintage charm
Maryella Faith
One syllable · vintage charm
How popular is Maryella right now?
Rising fast — up 978 spots — currently #5343 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
| Year | US Rank | Births | vs Prior Year |
|---|
| 2025 | #5343 | 24 | ▲ up 978 · +26% births |
| 2024 | #6321 | 19 | ▲ up 504 · +12% births |
| 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 | — |
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:
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 | 65 | |
💎Maryella has only 673 total recorded births since 1909 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.
What are good nicknames for Maryella?
What names sound and feel like Maryella?
Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Maryella also consider these
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 MER-ee-EL-uh. 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.