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מריאנה


Meaning of the name מריאנה

Mariana is a beautiful and melodious feminine name that combines different cultural traditions and is rich with multiple meanings. The name is considered an expanded variation of the name Miriam, one of the most ancient and revered names in Hebrew tradition, with the addition of the Latin suffix "-ana" that gives it an international and cosmopolitan character. The origin of the name Miriam itself carries deep meanings: "marah" in Hebrew refers to bitterness or rebellion, but is also connected to the word "marom" - height and elevation. In ancient Aramaic translations, Miriam is interpreted as "lady" or "mistress," which gives the name Mariana a flavor of nobility and status. The name Mariana developed over hundreds of years in Christian and European traditions, combining the sanctity of the Virgin Mary with the Latin suffix that was common in Roman names. In Latin and Ibero-American cultures, the name also carries a connection to the expression "Maria-Ana" - a combination of two sacred names. In the Hebrew context, the name takes on additional meaning when broken down into "mar" (lord/master) and "ana" (grace, favor), which gives it an interpretation of "grace of the Lord" or "divine favor." The name carries a sense of delicacy and femininity while maintaining inner strength and spiritual power. In the modern era, Mariana has become a particularly popular name among families wishing to combine tradition with modernity. The name allows connection to ancient Judeo-Christian roots while adapting to global reality. Women bearing this name are often perceived as having a complex personality: they combine emotional sensitivity with determination, external beauty with inner depth, and traditionalism with openness to the world. The name Mariana sounds musical and pleasant to the ear, making it an excellent choice for parents seeking a name that is both meaningful and aesthetic. In modern Hebrew culture, the name represents a bridge between generations - it honors the biblical Miriam, sister of Moses and Aaron, while giving contemporary and international expression to ancient values of female leadership, spiritual courage, and loyalty to tradition.

The name מריאנה with vowels

מַרְיָאנָה

The name מריאנה in English

Mariana | Marianna | Maryanna

מריאנה is mainly suitable for

Girl

Is the name מריאנה considered international

Yes

Origin of the name מריאנה from the Bible

Exodus 15:20 - Then Miriam the prophetess, Aaron's sister, took a timbrel in her hand, and all the women followed her, with timbrels and dancing

Origin of the name מריאנה from Kabbalah

In Kabbalah, the name Mariana is connected to the sefirot of Chesed and Tiferet, representing the flow of divine love and spiritual harmony. The name carries energy of emotional healing and soul elevation, and is linked to the divine feminine aspect - the Shekhinah.

Gematria value for the name מריאנה

306

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Numerology value for the name מריאנה

9

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200

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9

Famous people named מריאנה

Mariana Trench (geographic feature namesake) | Mariana Varela (Miss Universe Argentina) | Mariana Klaveno (American actress)

Names similar to מריאנה

Total times the name מריאנה was registered

1087 times

Graph of the name מריאנה

* Source: Central Bureau of Statistics. As of April 2022

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