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Marian

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Marian is a girl's name of Hebrew origin meaning "Medieval variant of Marion, a diminutive of Mary meaning beloved or sea of bitterness.". It is pronounced MAIR-ee-un. Today it is a popular name (popularity 96/100) and fading.

Hebrew origin ยท /MAIR-ee-un/ ยท classic

Meaning: Medieval variant of Marion, a diminutive of Mary meaning beloved or sea of bitterness.

Popularity 96/1003 syllablesPeaked 1924โ†“ Falling

Insights

Most popular in the 1920s.

Today, Marian is one of the most common baby names (popularity 96/100).

It is less common today than at its historical peak.

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Frequently asked questions about Marian

What does Marian mean?

Marian means "Medieval variant of Marion, a diminutive of Mary meaning beloved or sea of bitterness.". It is of Hebrew origin.

Is Marian a boy or girl name?

Marian is traditionally a girl's name.

How popular is Marian?

Marian is one of the most common baby names, with a popularity score of 96/100. It was most popular in the 1920s.

How is Marian pronounced?

Marian is pronounced MAIR-ee-un.

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