Mara

Of the sea; bitter

GenderGirlOriginScottishSay itMAR-uhPopularityUncommon
Pronounced MAR-uh

About the name Mara

Mara evokes the wild seas surrounding Scotland's coastline, with roots shared across Gaelic and Hebrew traditions. It's short, evocative, and oceanic.

Mara is deep, contemplative, and quietly strong.

Fun fact

Mara appears in both Gaelic and Hebrew naming traditions with sea and bitterness themes.

Variations

MarahMairi

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