Mariel
Mariel: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Mariel
- A female given name.
Etymology
From Mary + -el.
How popular is Mariel?
Since 1880, 7,482 girls and 121 boys in the U.S. have been named Mariel (98% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #772 in 1992. Its highest rank for boys was #4030 in 1980. In 2025 it ranked #893 for girls, with 303 babies given the name.
Names similar to Mariel
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Sibling name ideas for Mariel
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Mariel FAQ
What does the name Mariel mean?
A female given name. From Mary + -el.
How popular is the name Mariel?
Since 1880, 7,482 girls and 121 boys in the U.S. have been named Mariel (98% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #772 in 1992. Its highest rank for boys was #4030 in 1980. In 2025 it ranked #893 for girls, with 303 babies given the name.
Is Mariel a boy or girl name?
Mariel is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 7,482 girls and 121 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.