Marie

Marie carries the meanings 'bitter', which references the challenges and hardships, or 'beloved', denoting great affection for the name bearer.

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Marie is the French form of Maria, used across various cultures. It has biblical origins, stemming from the Hebrew name Miryam, meaning "bitter" or "beloved". The name Marie became popular in France and quickly spread to other countries due to its religious significance, notably with the Virgin Mary.

  • Popularity: 1,257th
  • Babies named Marie in the US in 2023:
    Female: 451
    Male: 0
  • Nicknames: Mimi, Ree, Masha, Mare, Mae.
  • Full Names: Marie-Louise, Marie-Anne, Marie-Claire, Marie-Jeanne, Marie-Christine.
  • Famous Namesakes: Marie Curie-Physicist, Marie Antoinette-Queen, Marie Osmond-Singer, Marie Kondo-Organizer, Marie Callender-Caterer.
  • Gender: While traditionally female, the name is versatile and has seen usage for different gender identities.
  • Numerology: In numerology, Marie resonates with the number 8, which signifies power, prosperity, and abundance. Individuals with this number often show a strong sense for leadership and possess a keen ability to manage finances and business matters.

Marie has been a popular given name over the centuries, especially in France and other European countries. While it has lost some prominence as a first name, it remains a favored choice for middle names or as part of compound names.

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