Marijuana
mar-ee-HWAH-nah
Marijuana is a girl’s name of Spanish origin, meaning “Derived from the Spanish word for cannabis (marihuana), ultimately of indigenous Mexican origin, referring to the plant.”, and peaked in popularity in 1972.
What Marijuana Means
“Derived from the Spanish word for cannabis (marihuana), ultimately of indigenous Mexican origin, referring to the plant.”
The Story of Marijuana
This name was first whispered in the 1970s, a reflection of a changing cultural landscape.
Emerging in the early 1970s, Marijuana is a given name derived directly from the Spanish word for the cannabis plant. Its ultimate roots lie in indigenous Mexican languages, naming a botanical element that became a significant cultural touchstone.
For your child, this name carries an unconventional spirit. You might imagine a daughter who moves to her own rhythm, unconcerned with norms and unafraid to forge her own path. It's a name that embraces the untamed and the natural.
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The Achiever
Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.
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Spelling Variations
Peak Year
#5 in 1972
Total Births
5
First Recorded
1972
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