Holding steady.
Popularity of Marri since 1954
Babies named Marri per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 22 |
| 1960s | 44 |
| 1970s | 25 |
| 1980s | 19 |
| 1990s | 18 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 5 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
The name Marri is a rare and modern-sounding name that first appeared on U.S. birth records in 1954. It reached its peak year of usage in 1969, though it has never ranked among the top 1000 names. In recent years, its trajectory has been stable, maintaining a low but consistent level of use. While its exact meaning is unclear, it is likely a creative spelling of the classic name Mary or a short form of other names like Marissa. Because it has no strong cultural or historical ties, Marri offers parents a flexible yet distinctive choice, free from heavy associations.
Marri is likely a modern spelling variant of Mary, which derives from the Hebrew name Miriam. It may also be a creative respelling of the name Marry, or a diminutive of longer names like Marissa. The name has seen sporadic use in the United States since the mid-20th century.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Mari, Ri
Sibling names for Marri
Names that share Marri's style, for a brother or sister.
