Mara
GirlOrigin: Hebrew · Irish
Meaning
“Hebrew 'bitter' (Naomi calls herself Mara in Ruth); also Irish mara 'of the sea'”
Cultural Notes
In the Book of Ruth, Naomi renamed herself Mara after her sorrows; also a name used in Irish mythology.
Popularity
Rarity: uncommon
Peak decade: 1990s
Community likes: 0
Famous People Named Mara
- Mara Schiavocampo, Mara Wilson
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