Mariah: Meaning, origin and popularity
Pronounced muh-RY-uh · 3 syllables
A given name from Hebrew, variant of Maria used since the nineteenth century. Popularized by singer Mariah Carey in the 1990s
- Origin
- Hebrew
- Pronunciation
- muh-RY-uh
- US rank (2025)
- #447
- US babies a year
- about 825 (2021–2025)
- Peak
- around 1990
How popular is Mariah?
Mariah was the #447 name in the US in 2025, given to 693 babies. It’s used less than it was: down 69% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 1990.
Around the world
| Country | Rank |
|---|---|
| United States | #447 |
| Northern Ireland | #397 |
| Canada | #665 |
| Australia | #974 |
How old are people named Mariah?
Half of US adults named Mariah are older than 28; most are between 19 and 40. (Estimated from US births by year and life tables.)
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Questions about Mariah
How do you pronounce Mariah?
Mariah is pronounced muh-RY-uh.
How popular is the name Mariah?
Mariah was the #447 name in the US in 2025, given to 693 babies. It’s used less than it was: down 69% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 1990.
How old are people named Mariah?
Half of US adults named Mariah are older than 28. Most are between 19 and 40.