Declining since 2009, #3,832 for girls today.
Popularity of Mariya since 1970
Babies named Mariya per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 71 |
| 1980s | 150 |
| 1990s | 478 |
| 2000s | 893 |
| 2010s | 813 |
| 2020s | 234 |
Meaning & origin
Mariya represents a cross-cultural form of one of the most enduring names in the Western world. First recorded in the United States in 1970, the name saw its peak popularity in 2009, when it ranked significantly higher than its current 2025 rank of 3832. At present, about 1 in 42,297 newborn girls receive the name, reflecting a steady decline since the late 2000s. Despite this, Mariya remains a familiar choice within Slavic and South Asian communities, where it maintains a classic, traditional feel. The name's trajectory since 2009 suggests it has moved from moderate usage to a more niche status, but its deep roots across multiple cultures ensure it remains a recognizable and respected feminine name.
Mariya is a Slavic and South Asian transliteration of Maria, itself derived from the Hebrew name Miriam. In Eastern European and Russian contexts, Mariya is the standard form of Mary, honoring the mother of Jesus in Christian tradition. The name has been long favored in Orthodox Christian families and is also common among Muslims due to its association with Maryam, the mother of Prophet Isa (Jesus) in the Quran.
“Mariya” around the world
Where Mariya lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
95
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Masha, Manya, Riya
Sibling names for Mariya
Names that share Mariya's style, for a brother or sister.
