Mary
Boy NameHebrew
Meaning
Beloved, wished-for child
Origin
Hebrew
Peak Year
1880
Peak Popularity
7.24%
Popularity Over Time
1880
7.24%
1890
5.99%
1900
5.26%
1910
5.44%
1920
5.71%
1930
5.50%
1940
4.76%
1950
3.72%
1960
2.48%
1970
1.05%
1980
0.64%
1990
0.42%
2000
0.31%
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Mary mean?
Mary means "Beloved, wished-for child" and comes from Hebrew origin.
When was Mary most popular?
Mary was most popular in 1880 when 7.24% of babies were given this name.
Is Mary a boy or girl name?
Mary is primarily used as a boy name.