Mariann Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Mariann has its roots in Latin, derived from 'Maria,' a variation of the Hebrew 'Miriam,' meaning 'sea of bitterness' or 'rebelliousness.' The name evolved through several historical forms, such as Marianne and Maria, reflecting its cultural significance. It embodies traits of grace and elegance and carries no direct biblical relevance. Mariann saw a rise in popularity during the 18th and 19th centuries, influenced by literature and societal trends.
The name Mariann is most popular in New Jersey, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Baby Boomers generation in the Northeast 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, Mariann 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, 'Mariann' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1941st out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 809th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 728th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1530th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3664th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5305th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 8212th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Mariann' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Mariann"
Pronunciation
/məˈriːən/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Mariann is derived from the Latin name 'Maria,' which itself is a form of the Hebrew name 'Miriam.' The name is often associated with the meaning 'sea of bitterness' or 'rebelliousness.' The addition of 'Ann' is derived from the Hebrew name 'Hannah,' meaning 'grace.'
Meaning
sea of bitterness, grace
Language Evolution
Miriam (Hebrew), Maria (Latin), Marianna (Italian), Marianne (French)
Historical Usage
The name Mariann gained popularity in the 18th and 19th centuries, particularly in Europe and among English-speaking populations, often due to the influence of literary works and religious contexts.
Variants & Derivatives
Marianne, Maria, Mary, Ann
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Mariann is viewed as a classic yet elegant name, often associated with femininity and grace. It has a timeless quality that appeals to modern parents.
Famous People
Mariann Aalda - American actress, Mariann Mayberry - American actress, Mariann O'Brien - prominent figure in local civic activities
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Mariann"
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 "Mariann"
"Mariann" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1941st of 9107 | 335 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 809th of 9204 | 1,424 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 728th of 12526 | 3,412 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1530th of 19264 | 1,045 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3664th of 27321 | 426 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 5305th of 35406 | 382 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 8212th of 30306 | 159 |
Regional Popularity of "Mariann" 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 "Mariann" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
100.00% 984th/984 |
100.00% 1199th/1199 |
- | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
100.00% 568th/568 |
100.00% 535th/535 |
100.00% 2353rd/2353 |
100.00% 928th/928 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
100.00% 595th/595 |
100.00% 454th/454 |
100.00% 1777th/1777 |
100.00% 889th/889 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
100.00% 1339th/1339 |
100.00% 993rd/993 |
100.00% 3005th/3005 |
100.00% 1641st/1641 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
100.00% 3107th/3107 |
100.00% 4487th/4487 |
100.00% 3615th/3615 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
100.00% 4582nd/4582 |
- |
100.00% 3826th/3826 |
100.00% 4455th/4455 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
100.00% 5628th/5628 |
100.00% 6276th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Mariann"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Mariann" 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.