Declining since 1992.
Popularity of Mariha since 1978
Babies named Mariha per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 5 |
| 1980s | 19 |
| 1990s | 180 |
| 2000s | 113 |
| 2010s | 22 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Mariha is a modern, creatively spelled variant of Mariah that saw its highest usage in the early 1990s, peaking around 1991. Unlike its more popular cousin Mariah, which regularly ranked in the top 100 from the 1990s through the 2010s, Mariha has never appeared in the national top 1000. Its trajectory has been consistently falling since 1992, reflecting its status as a rare and unconventional choice. The name first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1978, and while it has never been widespread, it persists as a distinctive option for parents seeking a phonetic twist on a familiar sound. With no states reporting significant usage, Mariha remains a truly uncommon name, appealing to those who value uniqueness.
Mariha is a modern respelling or variant of names like Mariah or Mariyah, which themselves derive from the Hebrew name Maryam (Miriam). The name entered English usage as a creative spelling, possibly influenced by the pronunciation of Mariah. Its peak usage in the U.S. was around 1991, though it has been in use since at least 1978.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Mari, Ria, Ri
Sibling names for Mariha
Names that share Mariha's style, for a brother or sister.
