Mary
Girl name · Hebrew · pronounced MAIR-ee
Verified name
What does Mary mean?
Beloved or bitter
Origin and language
Popularity in the United States
Ranked No. 122 in the U.S. in 2025, so it is very popular. Source: U.S. Social Security Administration data.
Popularity in England and Wales
No. 329 in England and Wales in 2025
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Related names, nicknames, and variants
Nickname: Mae, Molly, Polly, Mamie
Variant: Maria, Marie, Miriam
Related: Mariana, Marilyn, Marion
Using Mary across cultures
One of the most foundational female names in Western culture.
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