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Mariya Girl Name Meaning, Origin & Spelling

Mariya · Girl · Commonly associated with beloved or pure; a form of Maria · Arabic usage; international Maria forms

ماريةMuslim girl names

Meaning

Commonly associated with beloved or pure; a form of Maria

This is a reported naming interpretation; its original linguistic derivation is not independently settled.

Origin / language
Arabic usage; international Maria forms
Alternate spellings
Maria, Mariyah
Name type
Single given name
Category
Traditional Arabic names

Language and spelling

Mariya is used for Maria in several languages. In this entry the Arabic spelling is مارية, distinct from Maryam alayhas salam مريم. Baby-name interpretations such as beloved or pure are reported associations, not one proven translation for every culture.

Sources

The listed baby-name source reports this interpretation; its linguistic derivation is not confirmed.

Entry reviewed: 2026-10-27

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