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Name Origin

Marya is a variant of the name Mary, which has Hebrew origins. It means 'bitter' or 'beloved'. As a given name, it's often seen as a more unique and melodic alternative to Mary.

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Famous People

Marya Gaitskaya (1920-1993)

Writer

  • Soviet and Russian writer best known for her novel 'The Last Days'
  • Winner of the USSR State Prize

Marya Krestinskaya (1978-)

Artist

  • Contemporary painter known for vibrant abstract works
  • Exhibited in galleries internationally