Maria is a distinctive boys' name in United States, ranking #6146 in 2007 with 14 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 1997 with 37 births ranking #2292. Since 1996, the popularity has decreased by 58.8%. In 2007, approximately 1 in every 148,231 boys born was named Maria. FALLING Recent data shows the name is currently falling.
Maria is a timeless international classic from the Mary family. Its exact traditional meaning is interpreted in more than one way, but its history and cultural reach are beyond doubt.
Used across Europe and much of the world for centuries, Maria has a major presence in Christian naming traditions and countless language communities. Its longevity gives it both familiarity and dignity.