Marie
Marie is a boy's name of French origin.
Meaning
Bitter, beloved, or wished-for child; uncertain ancient Egyptian or Hebrew roots.
Origin and history
Marie is traditionally the French form of Mary, derived from the Latin Maria and Hebrew Miryam. While overwhelmingly used for females in the U.S., it historically appeared as a secondary or primary masculine given name in French-influenced and Catholic contexts. In the United States, male usage was historically rare and has effectively ceased in recent decades.
Popularity in the United States
2,193 babies in the United States have been named Marie since 1880. It ranks #2758 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- NY (62.8 %)
- CA (14.2 %)
- PA (6 %)
- AL (3.3 %)
- DC (2.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 21 |
| 1890-1900 | 88 |
| 1900-1910 | 136 |
| 1910-1920 | 280 |
| 1920-1930 | 391 |
| 1930-1940 | 347 |
| 1940-1950 | 226 |
| 1950-1960 | 153 |
| 1960-1970 | 146 |
| 1970-1980 | 169 |
| 1980-1990 | 195 |
| 1990-2000 | 41 |
| 2000-2010 | 0 |
| 2010-2019 | 0 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Fun facts
- In French and Catholic traditions, Marie has long been used as a compound or middle name for boys, such as in Jean-Marie or François-Marie.
- The name traces back through Latin Maria to the Hebrew Miryam, which has several proposed meanings including 'beloved' and 'sea of bitterness'.