Unisex name
Mari name meaning
“beloved; star of the sea”
Mari is a unisex name commonly linked to the traditional meanings beloved and star of the sea. Its variant Mary is the English form of Maria, transmitted through Greek and Latin from Hebrew Miryam. The original meaning of Miryam is disputed, with both interpretations belonging to its naming tradition.
What does Mari mean?
The ending -ri occurs in names with different origins, including Hari, Andri, and Basri. It is not a single suffix with a shared meaning; each name needs to be understood as a whole. More boy names ending in -ri →
Origin and cultural usage of Mari
Mary is the English form of Maria, transmitted through Greek and Latin from Hebrew Miryam. Its original sense is disputed; 'beloved' and 'star of the sea' are traditional interpretations.
Names are shared across communities. Where a name is commonly used says nothing certain about any one person’s ethnicity, religion or background.
Name combinations with Mari
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Mari, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
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Meaning of each word
- Mari: beloved; star of the sea
- Talitha: young girl
- Agnesia: pure, chaste
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Meaning of each word
- Mari: beloved; star of the sea
- Narek: from Narek
- Tineke: follower of Christ
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Mari Kristin
Meaning of each word
- Mari: beloved; star of the sea
- Kristin: follower of Christ
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Meaning of each word
- Kristina: follower of Christ
- Mari: beloved; star of the sea
- Vera: faith or belief
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Mari Catharina
Meaning of each word
- Mari: beloved; star of the sea
- Catharina: pure, undefiled
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Meaning of each word
- Mari: beloved; star of the sea
- Natali: birth; Christ's birthday
- Angel: angel, messenger
How to pronounce Mari
| Syllables | 2 · 4 letters · 4-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦩꦫꦶ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮙᮛᮤ |
Is Mari a boy’s or a girl’s name?
Mari is used for both boys and girls. In our data sample, 33% of bearers are male. See all unisex names.
Mari ranks #541 among unisex names in our data sample (7 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
The same name in other spellings (for example old and new Indonesian spelling):
Names that sound like Mari
Names with related meanings
- Aziz♂Mighty, esteemed, dearly loved
- Sutrisno♂Good or noble affection
- Azis♂Mighty, esteemed, dearly loved
- Ningsih♀Affection, loving care
- David♂Beloved, dearly loved
- Daud♂The beloved one
- Nuraini♀Light of my eye
- Supriyanto♂Deeply beloved
- Ratih♀Love, delight
- Anas♂Companionship, friendly ease
- Azizah♀Esteemed, cherished, strong
- Aini♀My eye, my darling
Famous people named Mari
- Mari Elka Pangestu · b. 1956
- Mari Agustini Iben · b. 1986
- Mari Larasati · b. 1962
- Mari Mirin · b. 1997
- Mari Soesilo · b. 1968
- Mari Sutjipto
FAQ about the name Mari
What is the meaning of Mari?
Mari means beloved; star of the sea. Mary is the English form of Maria, transmitted through Greek and Latin from Hebrew Miryam. Its original sense is disputed; 'beloved' and 'star of the sea' are traditional interpretations.
Is Mari a boy’s or a girl’s name?
Mari is used for both boys and girls. In our data sample, 33% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Mari?
Mari is of Hebrew, Greek, Latin and European origin.
How many syllables does Mari have?
Mari has 2 syllables (Ma-ri) and 4 letters.
How popular is the name Mari?
Mari ranks #541 among unisex names in our data sample (7 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What are other spellings of Mari?
Other spellings: Mary.
What full names go well with Mari?
Some ideas: Mari Talitha Agnesia; Mari Narek Tineke; Mari Kristin.
Famous people named Mari?
Notable people named Mari include Mari Elka Pangestu, Mari Agustini Iben, Mari Larasati.
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