Mary as a Female Name
Mary is most commonly a girl's name.
Parents choosing Mary for a girl get a name with a clear Hebrew heritage and a well-established girl's usage. The name Mary means “beloved or bitter (debated)” and is of Hebrew origin. Closely related female forms and variants include Maria, Marie, Miriam, Mariam, Maryam.
For the full etymology, history and popularity of Mary across all genders, see the complete Mary name meaning.
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Is Mary a girl's name?+
Mary is most commonly a girl's name. It means “beloved or bitter (debated)” and is of Hebrew origin.
What does Mary mean?+
Mary means “beloved or bitter (debated)” and originates from Hebrew.