Maria-Leena
Latin/Greek · Girl · 4 syllables
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About the name Maria-Leena
Maria-Leena is a Finnish compound name combining Maria (from Latin "Maria," meaning "of the sea" or "beloved," derived from the Roman name Mariam) and Leena (a Finnish diminutive of Helena, from Greek "Helene," meaning "torch" or "bright").
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Etymology
Maria-Leena is a Finnish compound name combining Maria (from Latin "Maria," meaning "of the sea" or "beloved," derived from the Roman name Mariam) and Leena (a Finnish diminutive of Helena, from Greek "Helene," meaning "torch" or "bright"). The name is primarily used in Finland and other Scandinavian countries, with roots in Christian tradition where Maria references the Virgin Mary, and became particularly common in Finnish culture during the 20th century.
Maria-Leena currently ranks #1,177 in the United States as a girl's name.
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