Marin
Meaning of Marin
The name Marin is a beautiful and versatile choice for a baby girl, with roots in multiple cultures. In French, it is pronounced as "mah-REEN" (/ma.ʁɛ̃/), while in English, it is pronounced "muh-RIN" (/məˈrɪn/). The name Marin can also be found in variations such as Maren and Marina. This name has maintained a steady presence in the United States over the years, reflecting its enduring appeal. Marin evokes images of the sea, given its association with the Latin word "marinus," meaning "of the sea." It carries connotations of tranquility and natural beauty, making it an excellent choice for parents looking for a name that embodies both elegance and strength.
Pronunciation
French
- Pronunced as mah-REEN (/ma.ʁɛ̃/)
English
- Pronunced as muh-RIN (/məˈrɪn/)
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Notable People Named Marin
| Marin Čilić is a Croatian professional tennis player who has won 20 ATP Tour singles titles, including a major at the 2014 US Open, and is considered one of the greatest Croatian tennis players in history. |
| Marin Alsop is an accomplished American conductor, known for being the first woman to win the Koussevitzky Prize for conducting and the first conductor to receive a MacArthur Fellowship. |
| Marin Mersenne was a French polymath known for Mersenne prime numbers, Mersenne's laws, and his work on music theory, earning him the title "father of acoustics." |
| Marin Marais was a French composer and viol player who achieved moderate success as a musician at the royal court of Versailles. |
| Marin Ireland is an American actress known for her acclaimed work in theatre and independent films, earning nominations for an Independent Spirit Award and a Tony Award. |
| Marin Sorescu was a renowned Romanian poet, playwright, and novelist. |
| Marin Elizabeth Hinkle is an American actress known for her roles in Once and Again, Two and a Half Men, and The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, earning Emmy nominations for the latter. |
| Marin Soljačić is a Croatian-American physicist and electrical engineer recognized for his work in wireless non-radiative energy transfer. |
| Marin Mema is an Albanian investigative journalist and former footballer who played as a midfielder and winger. |
| Marin Ljubičić is a Croatian footballer known for his role as a defensive midfielder for NK Dugopolje. |
| Marin le Bourgeoys was a French artist and inventor, credited with creating the flintlock mechanism used in firearms for over two centuries. |
| Marin Plamenov Petkov is a Bulgarian footballer known for his versatility in playing as a winger, attacking midfielder, wing-back, and centre-forward for Levski Sofia. |
| Marin Sakić is a Croatian handball player known for his role as a line player for Váci KSE. |
| Marin Draganja is a Croatian professional tennis player who primarily competes in doubles on the ATP World Tour. |
| Marin Miculinić is a retired Croatian handball player. |
