What is the origin of the name Maraya?

Maraya is a name of Hebrew origin.

How popular is the name Maraya?

Maraya is currently ranked #8225 in the United States and is stable in popularity.

How do you pronounce Maraya?

Maraya is pronounced muh-RYE-uh.

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GirlHebrew

Maraya

muh-RYE-uh

Popularity

#8225

stable

Letters

Syllables

Origin

Hebrew

Total Births

909

Peak Year

#58 in 2006

First Recorded

1977

Style

Soft & Gentle, Spiritual & Biblical

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

Maraya is a feminine name with multiple possible origins. It can be a variant of Maria (Hebrew, meaning 'bitter' or 'beloved') or a given name in some cultures.

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Mara Raya Mari

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Numerology

The Leader

Independent, ambitious, and original. Names with this number carry pioneering energy.

Nicknames

Mara Raya Mari

Spelling Variations

Maria Mariyah Maray

Similar Names

Maria Maya Sarah Ariana

Personality Traits

compassionategentlenurturinggraceful

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