Marie
Marie is a Christian girl name of Hebrew, via Latin and French origin, meaning “Form of Mary; meaning debated”.
| Meaning | Form of Mary; meaning debated |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Hebrew, via Latin and French |
| Pronunciation | mah-REE |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | France, Czech Republic, Canada, Worldwide |
Meaning and origin of Marie
Marie is the French and Czech form of Maria, from the Hebrew Miryam. Nobody is sure what Miryam meant: suggestions include 'bitter', 'rebellious', 'beloved' and, from Egyptian, 'loved'. For centuries Marie has been one of the most common names in France, often paired in compounds such as Anne-Marie or Marie-Claire, and French Catholic boys sometimes carried it as a middle name. Famous bearers include Marie Curie, the Polish-born physicist, and Marie Antoinette.
Is Marie a Christian name?
Marie honours the Virgin Mary, the mother of Jesus, and has long been a staple Catholic name, especially in France and among French-Canadians.
How popular is Marie?
Very common as a middle name in France, Scandinavia and the English-speaking world; less used as a first name than in the past.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Marie mean?
Marie means 'Form of Mary; meaning debated'. It is of Hebrew, via Latin and French origin.
Is Marie a Christian name?
Marie honours the Virgin Mary, the mother of Jesus, and has long been a staple Catholic name, especially in France and among French-Canadians.
How do you pronounce Marie?
Marie is pronounced mah-REE.
Is Marie a boy or girl name?
Marie is usually a girl name.