Maryanna

Meaning of Maryanna

Maryanna is a female name with origins in English, Latin, and Hebrew. It is a variation of the name Marianna. The name Maryanna combines the names Mary and Anna, both of which have deep historical and religious significance. Mary is derived from the Latin "Maria," which means "bitter" or "rebellious." In Christian tradition, Mary is the mother of Jesus Christ and holds a revered status. Anna, on the other hand, has Hebrew roots and means "grace" or "favor." It is associated with Anna from the Bible, who was an elderly prophetess who recognized Jesus as the Messiah.

The name Maryanna has been steadily used over time in the United States. While its popularity peaked in the early 20th century, it continues to be chosen by parents for their daughters today. In recent years, it has ranked around 5000 to 7000 in terms of occurrences among newborns in the United States. The pronunciation of Maryanna remains consistent between American English (/məˈriːænə/) and British English (/məˈriːanə/). Its variations include Marianna.

Overall, Maryanna carries rich historical and religious associations while remaining a timeless choice for parents seeking a meaningful and elegant name for their baby girl.

Pronunciation

American English

  • Pronunced as muh-ree-AHN-uh (/məˈriːænə/)

British English

  • Pronunced as muh-ree-AHN-uh (/məˈriːanə/)

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