Maria Covington

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Maria Covington — beloved, wished-for
1.3 million People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Maria Covington is a name that combines Hebrew origins. The first name Maria is a feminine given name of Hebrew origin. Dal latino Maria, dal greco Μαρία, dall'ebraico מִרְיָם (Miryam). Il nome più diffuso nel mondo cristiano. The surname Covington: Ann K. Covington, former chief justice of the Supreme Court of Missouri Arthur Covington (1913–2001), a Canadian physicist Bucky Covington (born 1977), singer and 8th-place finisher on the 5th season of American Idol Charles Covington, American jazz pianist Chet Covington (1910–1976), Major League Baseball pitcher Chris Covington (born 1996), American football player Christian Covington (born 1993), American football player Colby Covington (born 1988), American mixed martial artist Damien Covington (1972–2002), professional American football player Dennis Covington (1948–2024), American writer. Maria is one of the most widespread first names worldwide, carried by approximately 1.3 million people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Maria reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Maria

Meaning: beloved, wished-for

Hebrew

Dal latino Maria, dal greco Μαρία, dall'ebraico מִרְיָם (Miryam). Il nome più diffuso nel mondo cristiano.

Surname: Covington

English

Ann K. Covington, former chief justice of the Supreme Court of Missouri Arthur Covington (1913–2001), a Canadian physicist Bucky Covington (born 1977), singer and 8th-place finisher on the 5th season of American Idol Charles Covington, American jazz pianist Chet Covington (1910–1976), Major League Baseball pitcher Chris Covington (born 1996), American football player Christian Covington (born 1993), American football player Colby Covington (born 1988), American mixed martial artist Damien Covington (1972–2002), professional American football player Dennis Covington (1948–2024), American writer.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Maria is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 15%
Australia 8%
Canada 9%
Brazil 10%
Israel 6%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Maria by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Name Variants & Related Names

The name Maria has several variants and related forms across different languages and cultures:

  • Marie
  • Mary
  • Mariangela
  • Marianna
  • Mariana

Notable People Named Maria Covington

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Maria Covington:

8
Expression Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

5
Soul Urge Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

3
Personality Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Maria?
The first name Maria originates from Hebrew. Dal latino Maria, dal greco Μαρία, dall'ebraico מִרְיָם (Miryam). Il nome più diffuso nel mondo cristiano.
When was Maria most popular?
The name Maria reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Covington?
The surname Covington originates from English. Ann K. Covington, former chief justice of the Supreme Court of Missouri Arthur Covington (1913–2001), a Canadian physicist Bucky Covington (born 1977), singer and 8th-place finisher on the 5th season of American Idol Charles Covington, American jazz pianist Chet Covington (1910–1976), Major League Baseball pitcher Chris Covington (born 1996), American football player Christian Covington (born 1993), American football player Colby Covington (born 1988), American mixed martial artist Damien Covington (1972–2002), professional American football player Dennis Covington (1948–2024), American writer.
What are the origins of the name Maria Covington?
The name Maria Covington combines two different traditions: the first name Maria has Hebrew roots, while the surname Covington originates from English.
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