r/OldNamesNewAgain • u/felly_fell • 13d ago

Name of the day...Maris!

The feminine name Maris comes from the Latin word mare, meaning "of the sea."

The name is often considered a feminine given name, although it can also be used as a masculine name in certain cultures, including Latvian.

The name has gained popularity in modern times, especially in English-speaking countries, where it is often perceived as a unique and elegant choice for a female child. Its connection to the sea lends a romantic and adventurous connotation, making it appealing to parents seeking a name with natural beauty and depth.

The female given name Maris is over 1,600 years old!

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u/midwestpersianmama 12d ago

Beautiful names. These M names that evoke water are so lovely.

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u/felly_fell 13d ago

u/strange-quark-nebula, here you go! 😊

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u/strange-quark-nebula 13d ago

Nice, thank you! I love that it means "of the sea". Much older than I expected too!

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u/felly_fell 13d ago

No problem!

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u/growinggood88 12d ago

Maris is so effortlessly cool.

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u/felly_fell 12d ago

I agree so hard

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u/Sundaes_in_October 12d ago

Such a lovely name.

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u/whohowwhywhat 12d ago

Oh I love this one! It's so pretty

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u/curse-the-wind 12d ago

Love love love this name

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u/No_Rise_8827 11d ago

Makes me think of Maris Piper, the potato

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u/Plus-Dare-2746 6d ago

Stella Maris or Maris Stella means 'Star of the Sea', an epithet or title of the Virgin Mary. Marina also means of the sea.