Maryjean
3 syllables
♀ Female ◎ Modern American ◈ 3 syllables
"Combining name, no specific meaning."

From Modern American

Maryjean is a variant of the name Mary, which is derived from the Hebrew name Miryam and means bitter or sea of bitterness. Read more about the origin of this name below ↓

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Maryjean at a glance
MeaningCombining name, no specific meaning.
OriginModern American
GenderFemale
Syllables3
NumerologyLife Path 6
US Rank (today)#15517
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Origin & history of Maryjean
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Modern American roots
Maryjean is a variant of the name Mary, which is derived from the Hebrew name Miryam and means bitter or sea of bitterness. Maryjean has been used as a given name since the Middle Ages, and has been popularized by various cultural icons such as Mary, Queen of Scots and Mary Shelley, the author of Frankenstein. Maryjean is a versatile name that can be shortened to various nicknames such as Mary, Marie, or Jean. In some cultures, Maryjean is associated with the Virgin Mary, the mother of Jesus Christ, and is often used as a symbol of purity and grace. Maryjean has been used as a name for both males and females, although it is more commonly associated with females. The name Maryjean has been popularized in various forms of media, such as in literature, film, and music. For example, there is a character named Mary Jean in the novel and film Gone with the Wind. Maryjean has a strong, classic sound, and is often associated with elegance and sophistication. The name Maryjean is also associated with the fashion industry, as there have been several notable fashion designers and models with this name. In some cultures, Maryjean is considered a unisex name, and has been used for both boys and girls. Maryjean has a French flair to it, and is often associated with the beauty and charm of the French culture. The name Maryjean has been used in various religious contexts, such as in Catholicism, where it is associated with the Virgin Mary, and in Islam, where it is associated with the mother of Jesus, Maryam. Maryjean has a strong, regal sound, and is often associated with royalty and nobility. The name Maryjean has been used in various art forms, such as in poetry, music, and painting, where it is often used to convey a sense of beauty and grace.
2
Root name
The root form of Maryjean is Maryjean — meaning Combining name, no specific meaning..
3
Modern usage
Maryjean remains a beloved choice. Timeless appeal across cultures and generations.
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How popular is Maryjean?
1960 peak year
Today, Maryjean is rarely chosen — ranked well outside the top 1,000 (around #15517), with only about 6 babies given the name per year. But it wasn't always this way. At its peak in 1960, 34 babies were given the name (ranked #1967 nationally). Its strongest stretch was the 1960s. Maryjean's usage has held roughly steady recently. In all, around 1,117 babies have been registered as Maryjean since 1880.
Year-by-year registrations 1880–2024 · U.S. Social Security data
34 Babies named in peak year
(ranked #1,967)
6 Avg. per year
(last decade)
60 Total registrations
last 10 years
1,117 All-time total
(since 1880)
Popularity in the US today (rank #15,517) Rare
→ Holding steady in recent years
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Numerology of Maryjean
6
Life path number
The Nurturer
Nurturing, love and responsibility.
❤️Nurturing
🏡Home-centred
⚖️Just
🌸Generous
M4
A1
R9
Y7
J1
E5
A1
N5
Sum: 33 → Life path 6
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Personality of Maryjean
❤️
Nurturing heart
They notice when someone is struggling before anyone else.
🏡
Creates warmth
Their circle is warmer for their presence.
⚖️
Strong morals
They know what's right and stand by it.
🌸
Quietly selfless
They give and give, often without realising how much.
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