Declining since 2006, #5,917 for girls today.
Popularity of Maryanna since 1893
Babies named Maryanna per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 2005, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Maryanna's real moment was 1908.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1890s | 17 |
| 1900s | 47 |
| 1910s | 200 |
| 1920s | 227 |
| 1930s | 204 |
| 1940s | 199 |
| 1950s | 167 |
| 1960s | 148 |
| 1970s | 110 |
| 1980s | 180 |
| 1990s | 270 |
| 2000s | 412 |
| 2010s | 316 |
| 2020s | 123 |
Meaning & origin
Maryanna is a compound feminine name formed from Mary and Anna, both of which have deep historical roots in the English-speaking world. First recorded in 1893, it reached its peak popularity in 1908, during an era when elaborate double names were fashionable. Since 2006, its usage has been declining, ranking 5,917 in 2025 with an incidence of about one in every 80,363 births. The name has historically been concentrated in areas with strong Catholic traditions, though its top states in recent data are not specified. While not a common choice today, Maryanna retains a classic, somewhat vintage charm that appeals to parents drawn to traditional names with a lyrical quality.
Maryanna is a compound name formed from Mary and Anna. Mary derives from the Hebrew Miriam, of debated meaning, often interpreted as 'beloved' or 'wished-for child.' Anna comes from the Hebrew Hannah, meaning 'grace' or 'favor.' The combination became fashionable in the English-speaking world during the 19th century, reflecting the Victorian taste for elaborate feminine names.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Mary, Anna, Mimi, Annie, Molly
Sibling names for Maryanna
Names that share Maryanna's style, for a brother or sister.
