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Christian Name Meaning & Origin Guide

Mariann

Bitterness of the sea

Pronunciation: /ˈmeɪrɪən/, /ˈmɛəriən/, /ˈmɛrɪən/, /ˈmɛrɪən/, /ˈmɑːriən/, /ˈmɛrɪən/, /ˈmɑːriən/, /ˈmɛərɪən/, /ˈmɛrɪən/, /ˈmɑːriən/, /ˈmɛrɪən/ (məˈrja.mən)

Girl Name Biblical origin Popularity 50
Meaning
Bitterness of the sea
Origin
Biblical
Lucky Number
4
Lucky Day
Saturday
Lucky Stone
Pearl
Life Path
6
Popularity Score
50
Language
English, Greek, Latin
Lucky Colors: BlueWhite

What does Mariann mean?

Derived from the Latin name Mariana, which means 'bitterness of the sea'. This name is a variation of Maria, which has biblical roots and is often associated with the Virgin Mary.

Mariann in other languages & scripts

Hebrew
מריאמן
Lady of the Sea, God's Bitterness
Greek
Μαριάμνα
Rebelliousness of the Lord
Latin
Marianna
Little Rebel
English
Mariann
Lady of the Sea, Rebel

How to pronounce Mariann

English pronunciation
/ˈmeɪrɪən/, /ˈmɛəriən/, /ˈmɛrɪən/, /ˈmɛrɪən/, /ˈmɑːriən/, /ˈmɛrɪən/, /ˈmɑːriən/, /ˈmɛərɪən/, /ˈmɛrɪən/, /ˈmɑːriən/, /ˈmɛrɪən/
Biblical pronunciation
/məˈrja.mən/
IPA notation
məˈrja.mən

Numerology & personality

Nurturing, loving, and caring personality.

Associated Traits
KindFaithfulLoyalC = CourageousH = Humble

Spiritual & cultural context

Symbol of purification and grace.

The name Mariann draws its cultural significance from the Christian civilization, specifically linked to the veneration of the Virgin Mary. In many Christian cultures, this name is associated with devotion, piety, and strong faith, often given to girls born into devout families or who display Mary-like traits such as humility, compassion, and spiritual strength.

Popularity of Mariann by region

Region Country Score Year
United Kingdom UK 55 2024
Germany DE 65 2024

Spelling variations of Mariann

Marian

Names similar to Mariann

Frequently asked questions about Mariann

What does Mariann mean?
Mariann is a Latin name that means 'bitterness of the sea'.
Is Mariann a Christianity name?
Yes, Mariann is a Latin name with deep Christian roots and associations with the Virgin Mary.
How to pronounce Mariann?
The name Mariann is pronounced as MAR-ee-ahn.
Is Mariann popular today?
Mariann is a rare name and is not commonly used today.
What is the origin of Mariann?
Mariann is a Latin name derived from the name Mariana, which means 'bitterness of the sea'.