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Mariel

MA-ree-el

Popularity

#1039

rising

Letters

6

Syllables

3

Origin

Celtic

Total Births

7,298

Peak Year

#268 in 1992

First Recorded

1914

Style

Soft & Gentle

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

Mariel is a name of debated origin. It is often considered a blend of Maria and variations of the suffix -el, referencing God, or a variant of Muriel, of Irish origin, meaning "bright sea."

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Numerology

3

The Creative

Expressive, joyful, and imaginative. Names vibrating at 3 inspire creativity and optimism.

Famous Namesakes

  • Mariel Hemingway

    American actress and writer, Hemingway granddaughter

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Personality Traits

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