Maree
Girl name · 80 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Maree: 80 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 8 births in 1979.
Maree is a Scottish variant of Marie, itself the French form of Mary, which ultimately derives from the Hebrew name Miryam, meaning "beloved" or "wished-for child." This spelling is particularly common in Scotland and Australia, pronounced as three syllables (ma-REE), distinguishing it from the more familiar Marie. Famous bearers include Maree Bran, a Scottish actress known for roles in "Dad's Army" and "Doctor Finlay," and Maree Burgess, a respected Scottish soprano. The name shares its etymological root with the Sea of Galilee's ancient name, Lake of Gennesaret, though no direct place names link. While less common than Mary or Marie, Maree offers a distinctly Scottish take on this timeless classic, often chosen to honour family heritage.
Girl 17 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 19798 babies
- Latest (1993)
- #4975 babies
- Total births
- 80since 1974
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y