Marija
/mah-REE-yah/ Slavic Female
Meaning & Origin
Marija is a Slavic name meaning "Bitter". It originates from United Arab Emirates, Albania, Austria, BE, BG. Marija is derived from the Hebrew name Miryam. Its etymology is debated, with possible roots in words meaning "bitter," "rebellious," or "wished-for child."
Quick Facts
Language Slavic
Gender Female
Phonetic mah-REE-yah
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as mah-REE-yah. Keep the original Slavic phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named Marija
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