How Many People Are Named Marija?

Complete statistics for the name Marija: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Marija
Very Rare
Slavic

Marija means 'queen' in Slavic languages, making it regal from the start. Only 506 people named Marija live in the US today, which means 1 in 651,970 Americans share this name. The majority, 48%, are under 30, giving it a youthful vibe.

~506
Living in US
1 in 651,970
Americans
2008
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Queen
🌐
Origin
Slavic
🌟
Lucky Day
Wednesday
💎
Lucky Stone
Aquamarine
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 7
Personality Traits
Regal Dignified Strong
7
Life Path Number

Life-path number 7 symbolizes introspection, wisdom, and spiritual growth.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

341,196
Worldwide Bearers
#3,059
Global Rank
🇭🇷 Croatia
103,156
🇸🇮 Slovenia
68,903
🇷🇸 Serbia
54,492
🇱🇹 Lithuania
31,101
🇱🇻 Latvia
28,417
🇧🇦 Bosnia and Herzegovina
15,246
🇲🇰 North Macedonia
12,502
🇩🇪 Germany
4,995
🇲🇪 Montenegro
4,709
🇺🇸 United States
2,561

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
0 (0%)
♀ Female
506 (100%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 31
249
Would be under 30 (48%)
259
Would be 30–60 (50%)
11
Would be over 60 (2%)

All 519 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 2008

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Declining

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
80
Classic Feel
23
Modern Appeal
97
International
100

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Marija Through the Generations

Marija saw its peak popularity in 2008 with 21 births, but since then, it's been on a steady decline. As of now, there are 506 Marijas living in the United States, with an average age of 31. The age distribution shows a significant portion of younger individuals, with 249 under 30 and 259 between 30 and 60, indicating that it's a name embraced by newer generations. This trend suggests that Marija is becoming less common among newborns, yet remains popular among those born in the late 20th century.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

Illinois 12

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Marija's Slavic roots

📄 About the Name Marija

How Many People Have the Name Marija?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 506 people in the United States currently share the name Marija. That works out to roughly 1 in every 651,970 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Marija a Common or Rare Name?

Marija is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Marija Mean?

Marija means "queen" and comes from Slavic origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 7.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Marija in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.

When Was Marija Most Popular?

The name Marija reached peak popularity in 2008, with 21 babies registered that year. Current trend: Declining.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Marija?

Approximately 506 people named Marija live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 519. That works out to roughly 1 in 651,970 Americans.

Is Marija a rare name?

Marija is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 651,970 Americans has this name.

What does the name Marija mean?

Marija means "queen" and comes from Slavic origins.

Is Marija more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Marija are male and 100% are female.

When was Marija most popular?

Marija peaked in 2008 with 21 births that year. Current trend: Declining.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US506
All-Time Births519
1 in X1 in 651,970
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age31
Peak Year2008
World Rank#3,059
Male %0%
Female %100%

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All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.