Marina: Name Meaning and Origin
Pronounced: Marina · 3 syllables
Everything about the name Marina: what it means, where it comes from, how to say it, and how popular it is right now.
Meaning
«Of the sea»
Gender
Girl
Origin
Latin
Popularity
75 out of 100
Where Marina is popular
- BrazilArpen-Brasil / Portal da Transparencia do Registro CivilTop 50
- AlbaniaPopular
Rankings come from each country’s official birth statistics. Where a statistics office publishes no ranked list, we show that a name is popular rather than estimating a position.
About the Name Marina
Marina draws on Latin tradition and is generally taken to mean "Of the sea." As a girl's name it balances heritage with everyday familiarity.
The name is pronounced Marina and carries 3 syllables. Marina is usually used in full, without a common nickname.
Today Marina is a well-loved favorite, scoring 75 out of 100 on our popularity index. In feel it reads as nature.
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FAQ
What does the name Marina mean?+
The name Marina means "Of the sea".
What is the origin of the name Marina?+
Marina is a name of Latin origin.
Is Marina a girl or boy name?+
Marina is traditionally a girl name.
How do you pronounce Marina?+
Marina is pronounced Marina (3 syllables).
Is Marina a popular name?+
Marina is a well-loved favorite, scoring 75 out of 100 in our popularity index.
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