girl name
Maria
Gender
Girl
Popularity
#87 · U.S. girls (2025)
Popularity of Maria in the US, 1880–2025
Maria first appears in US records in 1880. It peaked in 1964, when 10,148 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 2,887.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Frequently asked questions
Is Maria a boy or a girl name?
Maria is most commonly used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Maria?
In 2025, Maria ranked #87 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Maria most popular?
Maria was most popular in 1964, when about 10,148 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.