Mariquita
m(a)-riqui-ta,
mar(i)-quita
US Popularity:12000
Origin:Spanish
Other Origin(s):Hebrew
Meaning:Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness; Wished for a child; Beloved
If you're looking for an adorable and alluring alternative to Mary and Maria, you might want to consider Mariquita. A feminine title, Mariquita is, as you may have guessed, a Spanish creation that finds its roots in the Hebrew name Miryam. Meaning "sea of bitterness," "rebelliousness," "wished for a child," and "beloved," Mariquita carries within it a reminder of all the people who'll stand by your little one in times of challenge and triumph.
How Popular Is The Name Mariquita?
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
1993
#14882
in 1993
- 4759
from 1985
Sources
Name Doctor, Mariquita
Behind the Name, Mary, December 2024
Dictionary Of Medieval Names From European Sources, Mary
100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky, pg. 222
WordSense Dictionary, Maria
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