Emma Girl
EH-muh
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Maryann
GirlEnglish, Hebrew· “blend of Mary and Ann”
- Meaning
- blend of Mary and Ann
- Origin
- English, Hebrew
- Pronunciation
- mair-ee-AN
- Syllables
- 3
- US rank 2025
- #1,773
- US babies 2025
- 114
- Best rank
- #135 (1943)
- Peak year
- 1943
Meaning and origin of Maryann
Maryann is an English and Hebrew name that means “blend of Mary and Ann”.
Maryann joins two classic names, Mary and Ann. Mary comes from the Hebrew Miriam and is the name of the mother of Jesus, while Ann comes from Hannah, meaning "grace." Saint Anne is traditionally the mother of Mary, so the combination links mother and daughter in Christian tradition. Maryann and the spelling Mary Ann have been used for centuries in English-speaking countries, and the name has a warm, wholesome feel. Mae and Annie are friendly nicknames.
Other spellings with the same sound: Marianne, Maryanne.
Popularity over time
Maryann has been given to babies in the United States since at least 1880, the first year of Social Security records. It has ranked in the top 1,000 in 96 different years. Its best national rank was #135 in 1943, the same year it reached its highest count of 2,050 babies. In 2025, 114 babies were named Maryann, and it ranked #1,773 nationally. Its use has been fairly steady over the past decade.
Its national rank moved from #561 in 1920, #200 in 1950, #578 in 1980, #1,145 in 2000, #1,749 in 2010, and #1,773 in 2025. Of the 62,953 US girls named Maryann since records began, 27% were born in the 1940s, its biggest decade. The 1950s come next, with 12,236 babies. Since 2010, 1,748 more have been named Maryann.
Other girls' names that peaked around the same time include Priscilla, Faye, Sondra, Kay, and Joann.
Where it is most popular (2025)
In 2025, Maryann ranked highest in Pennsylvania, Missouri, and Indiana.
| State | Rank there | Babies |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | #637 | 16 |
| Missouri | #705 | 8 |
| Indiana | #890 | 7 |
| Ohio | #1104 | 8 |
| Tennessee | #1250 | 5 |
Gender, sound and spelling
In the US it is used almost only for girls.
Maryann is usually pronounced mair-ee-AN, with three syllables. It has seven letters, starts with M and ends in “-nn”. Names that sound the same but are spelled differently include Marianne and Maryanne.
Middle names for Maryann
A few middle names that flow with Maryann: each avoids a matching first letter, a rhyme and a vowel clash where the names meet.
Sibling names for Maryann
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Maryann mean?
Maryann is an English and Hebrew name that means “blend of Mary and Ann”.
What is the origin of the name Maryann?
Maryann has English and Hebrew roots. Maryann joins two classic names, Mary and Ann.
Is Maryann a popular name?
Not especially. Maryann ranked #1,773 in the US in 2025, which puts it outside the top 1,000.
Is Maryann a boy or girl name?
Maryann is mainly a girl's name. In the US it is used almost only for girls.
How do you pronounce Maryann?
Maryann is usually pronounced mair-ee-AN. Stressed syllables are in capital letters.
Popularity figures come from US Social Security card applications (names given to at least five babies in a year, 1880 to 2025). How we source names and meanings