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Maria is of Hebrew origin, derived from Miriam, meaning 'beloved' or 'sea of bitterness'. It has evolved through various languages, including Latin and English. The name is often linked to biblical figures, adding to its significance. Maria is viewed positively in modern contexts, symbolizing grace and kindness, and has numerous notable bearers.

The name Maria is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been gradually declining. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Maria has been stalled for male in MidWest, too falling for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, too falling for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, too falling for female in South, stalled for male in West, too falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, falling for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, falling for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, too rising for female in South, stalled for male in West, too rising for female in West. Across generations, 'Maria' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1670th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1196th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1276th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1035th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1149th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4523rd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 10747th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 135th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 112th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 66th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 36th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 46th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 43rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 103rd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Maria' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.