Mary Olsen

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Mary Olsen — beloved, wished-for
4.1 million People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
Advertisement

Mary Olsen 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 Olsen: Olsen (Danish pronunciation: [ˈoˀlsn̩]) is a Danish-Norwegian patronymic surname meaning "son of Ole". The surname Olesen (pronounced [ˈoːləsn̩]) has a similar origin. The Swedish parallel form is Olsson – "son of Ole". Danish and Norwegian immigrants to English-speaking countries often changed the spelling to Olson in order to accommodate English orthographic rules. Aase Olesen (1934–2013), Danish politician Andrea Olsen (born 1961), American politician Angel Olsen (born 1987), American singer Annelise Damm Olesen (born 1942), Danish middle-distance runner Anton Olsen (U.S. 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: Olsen

Scandinavian

Olsen (Danish pronunciation: [ˈoˀlsn̩]) is a Danish-Norwegian patronymic surname meaning "son of Ole". The surname Olesen (pronounced [ˈoːləsn̩]) has a similar origin. The Swedish parallel form is Olsson – "son of Ole". Danish and Norwegian immigrants to English-speaking countries often changed the spelling to Olson in order to accommodate English orthographic rules. Aase Olesen (1934–2013), Danish politician Andrea Olsen (born 1961), American politician Angel Olsen (born 1987), American singer Annelise Damm Olesen (born 1942), Danish middle-distance runner Anton Olsen (U.S.

Advertisement

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:

1900s
1910s
1920s
1930s
1940s
1950s
1960s
1970s
1980s
1990s
2000s
2010s
2020s
Advertisement

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 Olsen

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 Olsen:

5
Expression Number

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

3
Soul Urge Number

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

11
Personality Number

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

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 Olsen?
The surname Olsen originates from Scandinavian. Olsen (Danish pronunciation: [ˈoˀlsn̩]) is a Danish-Norwegian patronymic surname meaning "son of Ole". The surname Olesen (pronounced [ˈoːləsn̩]) has a similar origin. The Swedish parallel form is Olsson – "son of Ole". Danish and Norwegian immigrants to English-speaking countries often changed the spelling to Olson in order to accommodate English orthographic rules. Aase Olesen (1934–2013), Danish politician Andrea Olsen (born 1961), American politician Angel Olsen (born 1987), American singer Annelise Damm Olesen (born 1942), Danish middle-distance runner Anton Olsen (U.S.
What are the origins of the name Mary Olsen?
The name Mary Olsen combines two different traditions: the first name Mary has Hebrew roots, while the surname Olsen originates from Scandinavian.
Advertisement