Mariel

Mariel is a form of Marielle, which is considered a French diminutive of the biblical name Maria or Mary.

What does the name Mariel mean?

Mariel, a variant of Marielle, is a French diminutive of the biblical name Maria or Mary. The exact origin and meaning of the name are not definitively clarified. One possible meaning, derived from Egyptian, is 'the beloved.' However, meanings such as 'the (gift) given by God,' 'the well-nourished,' 'the sea myrrh,' 'the sea drop,' 'the unruly,' or 'the untamed' can also be derived from Aramaic and Hebrew. Detailed information on the various derivations can be found on the page about the name Maria. The first name Mariel is mainly common in English- and Spanish-speaking countries, but it is also used in Germany and the Netherlands. A prominent bearer of the name is the American actress Mariel Hemingway, whose name, however, is derived from the Cuban city of Mariel and not from the biblical name Maria. Similar variants include Mariela, Mariele, and Mariella.

Where does the name Mariel come from?

The name Mariel has its roots in Aramaic and ancient Hebrew languages, with meanings such as 'the well-nourished' or 'the beloved,' among others. The origin can be traced back to Egyptian, where 'mry' means loved, while in ancient Hebrew, 'mir' means bitter and 'jam' means sea. Additionally, 'mry' can also mean unruly and 'rym' means to give, while 'mra' means to fatten.

How do you pronounce Mariel?

The sound quality and pronunciation of Mariel is harmonious and two syllables. In German pronunciation, it is usually pronounced as 'Ma-RIEL' [maˈʁiːl], with the emphasis on the second syllable. The long 'I' sound gives the name a bright note, while the soft '-l' elegantly rounds off the sound. Mariel thus radiates a feminine and melodic presence.

When is the name day of Mariel?

The most important name day for Mariel is September 12, known as the Feast of the Holy Name of Mary.

Popularity

In Germany, Mariel is a well-known first name and currently ranks 3,210th on the list of the most common female first names. Its best ranking was achieved in 2008 at position 933. In the last ten years, Mariel has been given as a first name around 110 times, placing it 2,351st in the ten-year statistics. Between 2010 and 2024, it ranks 2,420th.

Nicknames & pet names

Mare / Mari / Marie / Marielli / Marri

Similar first names

Famous people

• Mariel Galdiano (Golfer)
• Mariel Gutiérrez (Mexican football player)
• Mariel Hamm (Football player from the USA)
• Mariel Hemingway (Actress (granddaughter of Ernest))
• Mariel Kirschall (Singer, contestant on The Voice of Germany)
• Mariel Loveland (Musician from the USA)
• Mariel Margret Hamm (American football player)
• Mariel Rodriguez (Model and TV host)
• Mariel Zagunis (Sabre fencer)