Maria Marek

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Maria Marek — beloved, wished-for
1.3 million People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Maria Marek 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 Marek: Henryk Marek (born 1939), Polish cross-country skier Jan Marek (ice hockey, born 1947), American ice hockey player Jan Marek (ice hockey, born 1979) (1979–2011), Czech ice hockey player Josef Marek (born 1987), Czech footballer Kamel Marek (born 1980), Algerian footballer Krzysztof Marek (born 1949), Polish rower Marcus Marek (born 1961), American football player Václav Marek (footballer) (born 1981), Czech football goalkeeper Christine Marek (born 1968), Austrian politician Czesław Marek (1891–1985), Polish composer Franz Marek (1913–1979), Austrian communist politician George Richard Marek (. 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: Marek

Slavic

Henryk Marek (born 1939), Polish cross-country skier Jan Marek (ice hockey, born 1947), American ice hockey player Jan Marek (ice hockey, born 1979) (1979–2011), Czech ice hockey player Josef Marek (born 1987), Czech footballer Kamel Marek (born 1980), Algerian footballer Krzysztof Marek (born 1949), Polish rower Marcus Marek (born 1961), American football player Václav Marek (footballer) (born 1981), Czech football goalkeeper Christine Marek (born 1968), Austrian politician Czesław Marek (1891–1985), Polish composer Franz Marek (1913–1979), Austrian communist politician George Richard Marek (.

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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 Marek

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 Marek:

9
Expression Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

8
Soul Urge Number

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

1
Personality Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

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 Marek?
The surname Marek originates from Slavic. Henryk Marek (born 1939), Polish cross-country skier Jan Marek (ice hockey, born 1947), American ice hockey player Jan Marek (ice hockey, born 1979) (1979–2011), Czech ice hockey player Josef Marek (born 1987), Czech footballer Kamel Marek (born 1980), Algerian footballer Krzysztof Marek (born 1949), Polish rower Marcus Marek (born 1961), American football player Václav Marek (footballer) (born 1981), Czech football goalkeeper Christine Marek (born 1968), Austrian politician Czesław Marek (1891–1985), Polish composer Franz Marek (1913–1979), Austrian communist politician George Richard Marek (.
What are the origins of the name Maria Marek?
The name Maria Marek combines two different traditions: the first name Maria has Hebrew roots, while the surname Marek originates from Slavic.
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