Mary Sotelo

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Mary Sotelo — beloved, wished-for
4.1 million People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Mary Sotelo 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 Sotelo: People with the surname Sotelo include: Pablo Sotelo, vocalist/guitarist of alternative-rock band, Inner Wave Beth Sotelo, American comic book colorist Gerardo Sotelo (born 1958), Uruguayan journalist Guillermo Sotelo (born 1991), Argentine professional footballer Gustavo Sotelo (born 1968), Paraguayan footballer who played for clubs of Paraguay, Uruguay, Brazil and Chile Julián Sotelo (born 1965), Spanish male javelin thrower Luis Sotelo (1574–1624), Franciscan friar who died as a martyr in Japan in 1624, beatified by Pope Pius IX in 1867 Mauricio Sotelo (born 1961), Spanish composer and cond. 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: Sotelo

Spanish

People with the surname Sotelo include: Pablo Sotelo, vocalist/guitarist of alternative-rock band, Inner Wave Beth Sotelo, American comic book colorist Gerardo Sotelo (born 1958), Uruguayan journalist Guillermo Sotelo (born 1991), Argentine professional footballer Gustavo Sotelo (born 1968), Paraguayan footballer who played for clubs of Paraguay, Uruguay, Brazil and Chile Julián Sotelo (born 1965), Spanish male javelin thrower Luis Sotelo (1574–1624), Franciscan friar who died as a martyr in Japan in 1624, beatified by Pope Pius IX in 1867 Mauricio Sotelo (born 1961), Spanish composer and cond.

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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 Sotelo

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 Sotelo:

8
Expression Number

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

9
Soul Urge Number

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

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 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 Sotelo?
The surname Sotelo originates from Spanish. People with the surname Sotelo include: Pablo Sotelo, vocalist/guitarist of alternative-rock band, Inner Wave Beth Sotelo, American comic book colorist Gerardo Sotelo (born 1958), Uruguayan journalist Guillermo Sotelo (born 1991), Argentine professional footballer Gustavo Sotelo (born 1968), Paraguayan footballer who played for clubs of Paraguay, Uruguay, Brazil and Chile Julián Sotelo (born 1965), Spanish male javelin thrower Luis Sotelo (1574–1624), Franciscan friar who died as a martyr in Japan in 1624, beatified by Pope Pius IX in 1867 Mauricio Sotelo (born 1961), Spanish composer and cond.
What are the origins of the name Mary Sotelo?
The name Mary Sotelo combines two different traditions: the first name Mary has Hebrew roots, while the surname Sotelo originates from Spanish.
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