Marika
Marika is a girl's name of Hungarian origin.
Meaning
Bitter, beloved, or wished-for child; diminutive form of Maria.
Origin and history
Marika is a traditional diminutive of Maria, widely used in Hungarian, Greek, and Czech cultures. It entered U.S. usage as a distinct given name through European diaspora and modern international naming trends. While uncommon in the United States today, it remains a recognized alternative to traditional forms of Mary.
Popularity in the United States
2,292 babies in the United States have been named Marika since 1880. It ranks #3678 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2068.
States where it is most popular
- CA (66 %)
- NY (16.9 %)
- WA (7.2 %)
- GA (2.1 %)
- IL (2.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 13 |
| 1950-1960 | 78 |
| 1960-1970 | 207 |
| 1970-1980 | 400 |
| 1980-1990 | 548 |
| 1990-2000 | 652 |
| 2000-2010 | 248 |
| 2010-2019 | 113 |
| 2020-2029 | 33 |
Famous people named Marika
- Marika Kilius: Figure skater, Athlete
- Marika Green: Actress
- Marika Domińczyk: Actress
Nicknames
Mari, Rika
Fun facts
- Marika originated as a pet form of Maria in Hungary and Greece before becoming an independent given name.
- The name has maintained a steady but modest presence in the United States, with over 2,000 total births recorded since 1880.