Marija
/mah-REE-yah/ Slavic Female
Meaning & Origin
Marija is a Slavic name meaning "Bitter". Marija is derived from the Hebrew name Miryam. Its etymology is debated, with possible roots in words meaning "bitter," "rebellious," or "wished-for child."
Quick Facts
Language Slavic
Gender Female
Phonetic mah-REE-yah
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as mah-REE-yah. Keep the original Slavic phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named Marija
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