Mary is a distinctive boys' name in United States, ranking #5909 in 1999 with 11 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2004 with 31 births ranking #3193. Since 1996, the popularity has decreased by 31.3%. In 1999, approximately 1 in every 174,553 boys born was named Mary. FALLING Recent data shows the name is currently falling.
Mary is one of the great classic girls' names and belongs to an ancient family whose traditional meaning has been explained in more than one way. It feels simple, strong, and timeless.
Its place in Christian tradition made Mary one of the most influential girls' names in history, shaping countless variants across languages. Even where it is less dominant now, it still carries immense familiarity and dignity.