The nameMarika
Marika is a pet form of Maria used in Hungary, Greece and Scandinavia.
- Girl's name
- Hungarian
Meaning
Marika comes from Maria, from the Hebrew Miryam.
Origin
Hungarian, Greek and Nordic.
History
In England and Wales Marika reached 1120th place in 2014.
Famous people named Marika
- Marika Rökk, actress
Popularity of the name Marika
Marika in the United States
Marika was most popular in the United States in the 1990s, with 652 births over the decade, 28% of all recorded babies named Marika. Its rise began around 1954, and it peaked in 1993. Half of all babies named Marika in the United States were born before 1988, so it is mostly a parents' generation name.
Marika in France
Marika was most popular in France in the 1970s, with 425 births over the decade, 25% of all recorded babies named Marika. Its rise began around 1951, and it peaked in 2004. Half of all babies named Marika in France were born before 1982, so it is mostly a parents' generation name.
Variants and related names
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Marika mean?
Marika comes from Maria, from the Hebrew Miryam.
What is the origin of the name Marika?
Hungarian, Greek and Nordic.
Is Marika a girl's or a boy's name?
Marika is a girl's name.
How popular is the name Marika?
In 2024, Marika was the 14091st most popular name for baby girls in the United States, with 6 births.
What are the variants of the name Marika?
Variants and related names of Marika include Maria and Marie.
Who are famous people named Marika?
Marika Rökk, actress.