Marai
mah-RAI
Marai is a girl’s name of Hawaiian origin, meaning “A female name that may have roots in various cultures, including Hawaiian meaning 'sea' or a variation of 'Maria' or 'Mary'.”. It currently ranks #16743 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2012.
What Marai Means
“A female name that may have roots in various cultures, including Hawaiian meaning 'sea' or a variation of 'Maria' or 'Mary'.”
The Story of Marai
Like a gentle wave from the Pacific, this name carries the serene mystery of the sea and a free spirit.
Marai may brush against your ear with the sound of the Hawaiian islands, evoking the vast, calm sea. It also whispers of variations on names like Maria, suggesting a lineage of grace and profound depth that spans cultures.
Imagine your daughter's spirit as the vast ocean, serene and deep, yet full of a captivating, free-flowing energy. 'Marai' is the name for the child you know will move through life with a calm, unshakeable presence.
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Numerology
The Idealist
Compassionate, humanitarian, and visionary. Names vibrating at 9 carry universal love.
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#8 in 2012
Total Births
83
First Recorded
2003
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