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Marjaana

Quick answerMarjaana is a Finnish feminine given name derived from the Latin name Mariana, which is itself rooted in Maria (Mary) and means "of the sea" or "belonging to Mars" depending on etymological interpretation.

Finnish · Girl · 3 syllables

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Relative popularity index, 2010–2025
GenderGirl
US Rank#337
TrendStable
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Syllables3
OriginFinnish
LanguageFinnish
CultureFinnish
ReligionChristianity
Letters8
Numerology5 Chaldean 7
Global rank#337

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Historical popularity from 1880–2025 · US Social Security Administration data

About the name Marjaana

Marjaana is a Finnish feminine given name derived from the Latin name Mariana, which is itself rooted in Maria (Mary) and means "of the sea" or "belonging to Mars" depending on etymological interpretation.

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Etymology

Marjaana is a Finnish feminine given name derived from the Latin name Mariana, which is itself rooted in Maria (Mary) and means "of the sea" or "belonging to Mars" depending on etymological interpretation. The name is primarily used in Finnish culture and has Christian associations through its connection to the Virgin Mary, with particular popularity in Finland during the 20th century.

Marjaana currently ranks #337 in the United States as a girl's name.

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