Maria
Meaning: A 3-syllable name with a melodic quality
Origin: Latin/Hebrew
Gender: Girl
Rank in Canada: #47
Total births: 20,610
History: Latin form of Mary meaning beloved. Maria has been consistently used in Canada, particularly in Italian-Canadian, Portuguese-Canadian, and Filipino-Canadian communities. Reflects Canada's multicultural diversity.
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| Current rank (2024) | #61 |
| Babies named Maria in 2024 | 148 |
| Total recorded in Canada | 20,610 |
| Peak year | 1967 (606 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #16 |
| Years in records | 1917–2024 (108 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↑ 8 spots |
Frequently asked about Maria
What does the name Maria mean?
Maria means “A 3-syllable name with a melodic quality” from Latin/Hebrew roots.
What is the origin of the name Maria?
Maria has Latin/Hebrew origin. The traditional meaning is “A 3-syllable name with a melodic quality”.
How popular is Maria in Canada?
Maria ranked #61 in Canada in 2024 — given to 148 babies that year.
When was Maria most popular?
Maria peaked in 1967 with 606 babies registered that year in Canada.
Is Maria a boy or girl name?
Maria is predominantly a girls' name in Canada — over 90% of Marias in registered births are female.
How long has Maria been recorded in Canada?
Maria appears in birth records in Canada across 108 years — from 1917 through 2024.