Marjan
Gender: Girl
Meaning: Bitter, sea, strength
Origin: Hebrew/Sanskrit
Popularity: Ranked #8168 in 2025 with 13 babies born.
History: A variant or related form of Mara. Shares the meaning 'Bitter, sea, strength.'
Similar names: marjani, maaran, marijane, maryjane, maryjean, mairani, mairany, maranda
Name length: 6 letters
How common is Marjan? About 1 in 256,039 babies born in 2025 were named Marjan, or roughly 0 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Marjan
What does the name Marjan mean?
Marjan means “Bitter, sea, strength” from Hebrew/Sanskrit roots.
What is the origin of the name Marjan?
Marjan has Hebrew/Sanskrit origin. The traditional meaning is “Bitter, sea, strength”.
How popular is Marjan?
Marjan ranked #7885 in 2025 — given to 13 babies that year.
When was Marjan most popular?
Marjan peaked in 2022 with 16 babies registered that year.
Is Marjan a boy or girl name?
Marjan is predominantly a girls' name — over 90% of Marjans in registered births are female.
Is the name Marjan rising or falling in popularity?
Marjan has risen 4447 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #12332 in 2020 to #7885 in 2025.
How long has Marjan been recorded?
Marjan appears in birth records across 35 years — from 1949 through 2025.