Mari
girl name#1611 in 2025Mari entered the US charts in 1897, peaked at #464 in 1954, ranks #1611 today — a vintage name making a comeback.
Popularity 1897–2025
#1611
rank today
#464
peak (1954)
129
babies in 2025
comeback
a vintage name making a comeback
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1890s | #1555 |
| 1900s | #1792 |
| 1910s | #2227 |
| 1920s | #1856 |
| 1930s | #1354 |
| 1940s | #827 |
| 1950s | #512 |
| 1960s | #564 |
| 1970s | #834 |
| 1980s | #888 |
| 1990s | #1066 |
| 2000s | #1416 |
| 2010s | #1832 |
| 2020s | #1588 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Mari has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 14,500 people named Mari are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Mari alive today was born around 1971, making them about 54 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Mari in 2025?
- Mari ranks #1611 among US girl names in 2025, with 129 babies given the name.
- When was the name Mari most popular?
- Mari peaked in 1954, reaching #464 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Mari with classmates?
- Mari will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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