Anamarija
Girl · 5 syllables
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About the name Anamarija
The given name 'Anamarija' is derived from the Slavic languages, specifically from the combination of 'ana' meaning 'gracious' or 'merciful' and 'Marija' meaning 'bitter' or 'wished-for child', with the overall meaning being 'gracious wished-for child'.
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Etymology
The given name 'Anamarija' is derived from the Slavic languages, specifically from the combination of 'ana' meaning 'gracious' or 'merciful' and 'Marija' meaning 'bitter' or 'wished-for child', with the overall meaning being 'gracious wished-for child'. The name is commonly used in Eastern European cultures, particularly in Croatia and Slovenia, and has historical connections to the Catholic and Orthodox Christian traditions.
Anamarija currently ranks #960 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2011.
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