Maria Lees

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Maria Lees — beloved, wished-for
1.3 million People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Maria Lees 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 Lees: Lees is a surname meaning "open place," deriving from several locations in England, including Buckinghamshire, Hampshire, Cheshire, Lincolnshire, Wiltshire. Alex Lees, (born 1993), English cricketer Andrew Lees (environmentalist) (1949–1994), British environmentalist Andrew Lees (neurologist) (born 1947), English neurologist Arthur Lees (rugby), English rugby union and rugby league footballer who played in the 1890s and 1900s Arthur Lees (1908–1992), English golfer Benjamin Lees (1924–2010), American classical music composer Brian Lees (born 1953), Massachusetts politician Brian Lees (geograph. 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: Lees

English

Lees is a surname meaning "open place," deriving from several locations in England, including Buckinghamshire, Hampshire, Cheshire, Lincolnshire, Wiltshire. Alex Lees, (born 1993), English cricketer Andrew Lees (environmentalist) (1949–1994), British environmentalist Andrew Lees (neurologist) (born 1947), English neurologist Arthur Lees (rugby), English rugby union and rugby league footballer who played in the 1890s and 1900s Arthur Lees (1908–1992), English golfer Benjamin Lees (1924–2010), American classical music composer Brian Lees (born 1953), Massachusetts politician Brian Lees (geograph.

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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 Lees

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 Lees:

11
Expression Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

3
Soul Urge Number

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

8
Personality Number

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

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 Lees?
The surname Lees originates from English. Lees is a surname meaning "open place," deriving from several locations in England, including Buckinghamshire, Hampshire, Cheshire, Lincolnshire, Wiltshire. Alex Lees, (born 1993), English cricketer Andrew Lees (environmentalist) (1949–1994), British environmentalist Andrew Lees (neurologist) (born 1947), English neurologist Arthur Lees (rugby), English rugby union and rugby league footballer who played in the 1890s and 1900s Arthur Lees (1908–1992), English golfer Benjamin Lees (1924–2010), American classical music composer Brian Lees (born 1953), Massachusetts politician Brian Lees (geograph.
What are the origins of the name Maria Lees?
The name Maria Lees combines two different traditions: the first name Maria has Hebrew roots, while the surname Lees originates from English.
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