Marika Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Marika is a Greek diminutive of Maria, which has roots in the Hebrew name Miriam. It signifies 'beloved' and has evolved through various languages. The name has a warm and affectionate connotation, lacks direct biblical references, and has seen increased usage in modern times, particularly within Greek culture.
The name Marika is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Marika has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Marika' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4034th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2276th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1974th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4946th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 11357th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Marika' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Marika"
Pronunciation
/məˈriːkə/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
Marika is a diminutive form of Maria, which is derived from the Hebrew name Miriam. The name is often associated with the meaning 'sea of bitterness' or 'beloved'.
Meaning
beloved, sea of bitterness
Language Evolution
Miriam (Hebrew), Maria (Latin), Marika (Greek)
Historical Usage
Marika gained popularity in Greece and among Greek communities worldwide during the 20th century, often used as a term of endearment.
Variants & Derivatives
Maria, Marina, Maira
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Marika is perceived as a charming and feminine name, often associated with warmth and affection.
Famous People
Marika Hackman (musician), Marika Kilius (figure skater), Marika Gombitová (singer)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Marika"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Marika"
"Marika" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 4034th of 12526 | 175 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2276th of 19264 | 577 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1974th of 27321 | 1,023 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 4946th of 35406 | 421 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 11357th of 30306 | 96 |
Regional Popularity of "Marika" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Marika" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
87.41% 2124th/2430 |
- |
85.12% 2362nd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
100.00% 2937th/2937 |
66.75% 2325th/3483 |
- |
44.44% 1797th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
72.86% 2685th/3685 |
53.41% 2390th/4475 |
76.32% 3964th/5194 |
24.05% 1519th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - |
54.29% 4052nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Marika"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Marika" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.