Macarena
Macarena is a Christian girl name of Spanish (place name) origin, meaning “From Our Lady of La Macarena”.
| Meaning | From Our Lady of La Macarena |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Spanish (place name) |
| Pronunciation | mah-kah-REH-nah |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | Spain, Chile, Argentina |
Meaning and origin of Macarena
Macarena comes from La Macarena, a neighbourhood of Seville whose basilica houses the Virgen de la Esperanza Macarena, one of the most venerated images in Spain's Holy Week processions. The origin of the place name is uncertain; it is sometimes linked to Greek makarios, 'blessed', which gives the popular meaning, but this is not proven. The 1990s hit song by Los del Río made the name known worldwide. It is especially loved in Andalusia and Chile.
Is Macarena a Christian name?
Macarena is a Marian name honouring Our Lady of Hope of Macarena in Seville. It is used mainly by Catholic families.
How popular is Macarena?
Common in southern Spain and Chile, less so elsewhere.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Macarena mean?
Macarena means 'From Our Lady of La Macarena'. It is of Spanish (place name) origin.
Is Macarena a Christian name?
Macarena is a Marian name honouring Our Lady of Hope of Macarena in Seville. It is used mainly by Catholic families.
How do you pronounce Macarena?
Macarena is pronounced mah-kah-REH-nah.
Is Macarena a boy or girl name?
Macarena is usually a girl name.