Mara — Baby Name Meaning and Origin
Mara is a unisex name of Baltic, Latvian origin. Māra is a feminine Latvian name derived from ancient Baltic mythology. In Latvian folklore, Māra is the goddess of love, fertility, and motherhood.
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Meaning of Mara:
Māra is a feminine Latvian name derived from ancient Baltic mythology. In Latvian folklore, Māra is the goddess of love, fertility, and motherhood. The name signifies a strong and nurturing feminine energy, embodying qualities of compassion, beauty, and creativity. Māra represents the power of creation and the cycle of life.
- Gender: Unisex
- Origin: Baltic, Latvian
- US popularity: In 2022, 476 newborns in the United States were named Mara (Social Security Administration data). Recorded peak: 2021 with 568 babies.
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What does the name Mara mean?
Māra is a feminine Latvian name derived from ancient Baltic mythology. In Latvian folklore, Māra is the goddess of love, fertility, and motherhood. The name signifies a strong and nurturing feminine energy, embodying qualities of compassion, beauty, and creativity.
What is the origin of the name Mara?
Mara is a unisex name of Baltic, Latvian origin.
Is Mara a boy or girl name?
Mara is commonly used as a unisex name.
How popular is the name Mara?
In 2022, 476 newborns in the United States were named Mara, according to Social Security Administration data. Its recorded peak was 2021, with 568 babies given the name.
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