Maris

The first name Maris for boys is an alternative spelling of the name Marius, which was introduced into German naming in the 1970s. Marius itself is derived from the ancient Roman family name Mărĭus. The exact meaning of the name Maris remains uncertain.

What does the name Maris mean?

Maris is used as a boy's name and is a variant of Marius, which originally comes from the ancient Roman name Mărĭus. It is believed that the meaning could be "the Male" or "the Man from the Sea." In relation to the gender designation gens Mărīa, it could also be interpreted as "the one descending from the Maris family." The name has Latin roots, possibly derived from the word mās, meaning "male," or from the expression marīs, which encompasses both "man" and "male" as well as "sea." Additionally, Maris is occasionally used as a girl's name and refers to the Latin term Stella Maris, meaning "the Star of the Sea." This designation was historically attributed to the Virgin Mary (Mother of Jesus). In this context, the name can be interpreted as "the Star of the Sea." The name's spread is also attributed to the veneration of Saint Marius of Avenches, who lived in the 6th century and is regarded as a Catholic saint. In the form Māris, the name appears as a Latvian variant of Maurice. Other variants include Mariusz, Marijus, Mario, Marios, Mares, Marijo, Marianus, Marian, Mariano, and Marijonas.

Where does the name Maris come from?

Maris is both a male and female first name of Latin and Roman origin, carrying the meanings "the Male" or "the Star of the Sea." The Latin

How do you pronounce Maris?

The pronunciation of Maris: The name consists of two syllables and sounds soft and flowing. In German pronunciation, it is typically rendered as "Ma-ris" [ˈmaːʁɪs], starting with a long A sound that conveys a sense of warmth. The rolled or aspirated r gives the name a certain depth, while the final s adds a delicate accent. Maris radiates a harmonious and clear aura – a name that impresses with elegant simplicity and calm presence.

When is the name day of Maris?

Maris has its name day on January 19 and December 31.

Popularity

In Germany, Maris enjoys great popularity and currently ranks 948th among the most common male first names. Its highest ranking was achieved in 2013 at 567th place. Over the last ten years, Maris has been given as a first name approximately 450 times, placing it 939th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 894th.

Nicknames & pet names

Isi / Mari / Risel / Risi / Sari / Sisi

Famous people

• Maris A. Vinovskis (English historian)
• Maris Bicevskis (ice hockey player)
• Maris Jass (ice hockey player from Latvia)
• Maris Kruminsch (ice hockey player from Germany)
• Maris Laksa (Lithuanian basketball player)
• Maris Liepa (ballet dancer from Latvia)
• Maris Martinsons (Latvian film director)
• Maris Mihelsons (keyboardist for the Latvian band Prāta Vētra (brainstorm))
• Maris Rupeiks (3rd place Motocross World Championship Sidecar)
• Maris Smirnovs (footballer from Latvia)
• Maris Strombergs (first BMX Olympic champion in history, Beijing 2008)
• Maris The Great (American musician)
• Maris Valainis (American actress)
• Maris Verpakovskis (Latvian footballer)
• Maris Ziedins (ice hockey player from Lithuania)
• Mariss Jansons (Latvian conductor)