Girl · 12th of 9,107
Marie
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
541,788
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1920
Peak Popularity Year
12,774
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Marie stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Marie is a name of French origin derived from the Hebrew Miriam, meaning 'beloved' or 'wished-for child'. It has evolved through various languages and retains a strong biblical connection as the name of Mary, the mother of Jesus. The name has been historically popular in Europe, particularly since the Middle Ages, and is often associated with elegance. Notable figures with this name include Marie Curie and Marie Antoinette.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/məˈri/
Origin
French
Etymology
The name Marie is derived from the Hebrew name Miriam, which means 'sea of bitterness' or 'rebelliousness' and is often associated with 'wished-for child' or 'beloved'.
Meaning
beloved, wished-for child
Language Evolution
Miriam (Hebrew), Mariam (Greek), Maria (Latin), Marie (French)
Biblical Background
Marie has a strong biblical background as it is the French form of Mary, the mother of Jesus.
Historical Usage
Marie gained popularity in Europe during the Middle Ages, particularly in France, and has been a common name in many cultures since then.
Variants & Derivatives
Maria, Mary, Mariya, Masha
Modern Popularity & Image
Marie remains a popular name in many countries and is often associated with elegance and tradition.
Famous People
Marie Curie, Marie Antoinette, Marie Osmond, Marie Stopes
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 12,774 peak births in 1920
Geographic Spread
Popular across 51 US states, with strongest presence in Rhode Island
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 12 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 5 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
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
Full popularity table across American generations 12 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1041st of 7545 | 705 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1188th of 6773 | 602 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2060th of 7552 | 290 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2500th of 10718 | 243 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3683rd of 16616 | 227 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 12th of 9107 | 217,441 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 34th of 9204 | 118,861 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 93rd of 12526 | 93,051 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 147th of 19264 | 33,988 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 204th of 27321 | 22,007 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 478th of 35406 | 10,085 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 611th of 30306 | 5,963 |