Maaria
Girl name · 3 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Maaria: 3 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 3 births in 1994.
Maaria is a Finnish and Arabic variant of the classic name Maria, which itself traces back to the Hebrew Maryam or Miriam, a name of debated meaning often interpreted as "beloved" or "wished-for child." In Finland, Maaria has been a traditional given name for centuries, while in Arabic it shares roots with Mariam, the mother of Jesus, giving it deep religious significance across cultures. Notable bearers include Finnish actress Maaria Leino and Maaria Nuutinen, a respected diplomat. While no major place is named directly after this form, the root Maria appears in countless locations worldwide. For Scottish parents, Maaria offers a distinctive yet recognisable alternative to the more common Maria or Mhairi, linking to Nordic heritage while remaining easy to pronounce in English.
Girl 1 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 19943 babies
- Latest (1994)
- #6293 babies
- Total births
- 3since 1994
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y