Mary Donner

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Mary Donner — beloved, wished-for
4.1 million People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Mary Donner is a name that combines Hebrew origins. The first name Mary is a feminine given name of Hebrew origin. From the Latin Maria, from the Greek Μαρία, from Hebrew Miryam. The most common female name in the Christian world, in honor of the Virgin Mary. The surname Donner: Aleksander Donner (1948–2013), Ukrainian handball coach André Donner, Dutch jurist, former President of the European Court of Justice Clive Donner, British film director Franziska Donner Austrian wife of Syngman Rhee, first First Lady of the Republic of Korea Fred Donner (born 1945), American scholar Georg Rafael Donner, 18th-century Austrian sculptor Helmut Donner (born 1941), Austrian high jumper Jan Donner, Dutch politician, Minister of Justice Jan Hein Donner, Dutch chess grandmaster and writer Johan Gustaf af Donner, 18th-century governor of Västerbotten County, Sweden Johann Jakob Christ. Mary is one of the most widespread first names worldwide, carried by approximately 4.1 million people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Mary reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Mary

Meaning: beloved, wished-for

Hebrew

From the Latin Maria, from the Greek Μαρία, from Hebrew Miryam. The most common female name in the Christian world, in honor of the Virgin Mary.

Surname: Donner

English

Aleksander Donner (1948–2013), Ukrainian handball coach André Donner, Dutch jurist, former President of the European Court of Justice Clive Donner, British film director Franziska Donner Austrian wife of Syngman Rhee, first First Lady of the Republic of Korea Fred Donner (born 1945), American scholar Georg Rafael Donner, 18th-century Austrian sculptor Helmut Donner (born 1941), Austrian high jumper Jan Donner, Dutch politician, Minister of Justice Jan Hein Donner, Dutch chess grandmaster and writer Johan Gustaf af Donner, 18th-century governor of Västerbotten County, Sweden Johann Jakob Christ.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Mary 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 Mary by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Name Variants & Related Names

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

  • Maria
  • Marie
  • Mari
  • Mariam
  • Miriam
  • Maryam

Notable People Named Mary Donner

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 Mary Donner:

1
Expression Number

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

3
Soul Urge Number

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

7
Personality Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

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 Mary?
The first name Mary originates from Hebrew. From the Latin Maria, from the Greek Μαρία, from Hebrew Miryam. The most common female name in the Christian world, in honor of the Virgin Mary.
When was Mary most popular?
The name Mary reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Donner?
The surname Donner originates from English. Aleksander Donner (1948–2013), Ukrainian handball coach André Donner, Dutch jurist, former President of the European Court of Justice Clive Donner, British film director Franziska Donner Austrian wife of Syngman Rhee, first First Lady of the Republic of Korea Fred Donner (born 1945), American scholar Georg Rafael Donner, 18th-century Austrian sculptor Helmut Donner (born 1941), Austrian high jumper Jan Donner, Dutch politician, Minister of Justice Jan Hein Donner, Dutch chess grandmaster and writer Johan Gustaf af Donner, 18th-century governor of Västerbotten County, Sweden Johann Jakob Christ.
What are the origins of the name Mary Donner?
The name Mary Donner combines two different traditions: the first name Mary has Hebrew roots, while the surname Donner originates from English.
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