Marina
Meaning of Marina
Marina is a beautiful and elegant name for a baby girl. It has a soft and melodic sound that is pleasing to the ear. The name Marina can be pronounced differently depending on the language. In English, it is typically pronounced as muh-REE-nuh (/məˈriːnə/), while in Italian, it is pronounced as mah-REE-nah (/ma.ri.na/). This name also has a variation called Mariana, which adds another layer of versatility and uniqueness.
Looking at the data for newborns in the United States of America, we can see that Marina has been consistently used over the years. While its popularity has fluctuated slightly, it remains a well-loved choice for parents. In recent years, Marina has ranked between 600 to 700 in terms of occurrence and popularity.
Overall, Marina is a timeless and sophisticated name with international appeal. Its various pronunciations and variations make it an interesting choice for parents who want something distinctive yet familiar for their little girl.
Pronunciation
Italian
- Pronunced as mah-REE-nah (/ma.ri.na/)
English
- Pronunced as muh-REE-nuh (/məˈriːnə/)
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Notable People Named Marina
| Marina Abramović is a Serbian conceptual and performance artist known for her exploration of body art, endurance art, and the relationship between performer and audience, often pushing the limits of the body and mind. |
| Marina Ruy Barbosa - Marina Souza Ruy Barbosa is a Brazilian actress known for her roles in various telenovelas. |
| Marina Mikhaylovna Raskova was the first female Soviet air navigator, known for her record-setting flights and for founding three female air regiments during World War II. |
| Marina Kaye, also known as Marina Marie Madeleine Dalmas, is a French singer, songwriter, and composer. |
| Marina Vladimirovna Orlova is a Russian host known for her popular YouTube channel, HotForWords, and online series explaining financial and economic terms. |
| Marina Vlady is a renowned French actress. |
| Marina Solodkin was an Israeli politician who served as a member of the Knesset for Yisrael BaAliyah, Likud, and Kadima. |
| Marina Alekseyevna Litvinovich is a prominent Russian opposition activist and politician. |
| Marina Elvira Calderone is an Italian politician who was appointed Minister of Labour and Social Policies in the Meloni Cabinet in October 2022. |
| Marina Aleksandrova is a renowned Russian actress, celebrated for her portrayal of Catherine the Great in the TV series Ekaterina and honored as an Artist of the Russian Federation. |
| Marina Marta Vlad is a renowned Romanian composer known for her impactful contributions to the world of music. |
| Marina Herlop, also known as Marina Hernández López, is a Catalan experimental musician. |
| Marina Filipović is a retired Serbian athlete known for competing in the 200 and 400 meters, including her participation in the 1996 Summer Olympics and representing FR Yugoslavia at various world championships. |
| Marina Pylayeva is a Russian short track speed skater who competed in the 1992, 1994, and 1998 Winter Olympics. |
