Mariya
/mah-REE-yah/ Slavic Female
Meaning & Origin
Mariya is a Slavic name meaning "Bitter". It originates from United Arab Emirates, Afghanistan, Austria, Azerbaijan, Bangladesh. The name Mariya is of uncertain origin, but often linked to Maria, which derives from the Hebrew name Miryam. Miryam's etymology is debated, with proposed meanings including "bitter," "rebellious," or possibly from Egyptian roots, meaning "beloved."
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 Mariya
- · Mariya Yaremchuk - Ukrainian singer
- · Mariya Savinova - Russian middle-distance runner
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