| Meaning | star of the sea, bitter |
| Origin | German, Hebrew, Latin |
| Gender | Girl |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 7 |
| Syllables | 4 |
| Syllabification | Ma-ri-e-la |
About Mariela
Warm, romantic, and thoroughly delightful, Mariela wraps traditional elements in contemporary appeal. This name dances off the tongue with effortless grace, its syllables flowing in perfect harmony. Mariela carries a sunny disposition, suggesting warmth, kindness, and approachability. Parents drawn to this name often appreciate its cultural richness and melodic quality, valuing names that sound beautiful without being pretentious. The name works wonderfully across languages and settings, maintaining its charm whether spoken in English, Spanish, or other languages. Mariela offers nickname flexibility while being lovely enough to use in full regularly. It suits various personality types—from quiet and thoughtful to vivacious and outgoing—never feeling mismatched or forced. The name balances familiarity with distinctiveness, being recognizable without being overused. Mariela suggests femininity without being frilly, strength without being harsh, creating an appealing equilibrium. For families seeking a name that combines traditional elegance with contemporary accessibility, that sounds as beautiful as it looks written, Mariela provides an excellent choice that ages gracefully.
Nicknames for Mariela
| Mari |
| Ela |
| Mary |
| Ellie |
| Mariel |
Famous People Named Mariela
| Mariela Dabbah | Argentinean author and speaker |
| Mariela Castro | Cuban LGBT rights activist and daughter of President Raúl Castro |
| Mariela Griffor | Chilean-American poet and writer |
| Mariela Imhof | Argentinean field hockey player |
| Mariela Kohon | British human rights activist |
| Mariela Rodriguez | Puerto Rican television host and actress |
| Mariela Shaker | Syrian violinist and refugee activist |
| Mariela Vitale | Argentinean singer and composer known as "Emme" |
| Mariela Zeledón | Costa Rican politician and environmentalist |
| Mariela Bagnato | Italian voice actress |
| Mariela Encarnación | Dominican television host and producer |
| Mariela Govea | Venezuelan cyclist |
| Mariela I'V | Spanish actress and singer |
| Mariela Pichardo | Dominican badminton player |
| Mariela Quesada | Costa Rican beauty queen and model |
| Mariela Sastre | Spanish basketball player |
| Mariela Viteri | Ecuadorian journalist and television presenter |
| Mariela Condo | Ecuadorian indigenous leader and environmental activist |
| Mariela Bortot | Argentinean journalist and television presenter |
| Mariela Delgado | Venezuelan actress and television host |
Characters Named Mariela
| Mariela Santos | Character from a romance novel series |
| Mariela Garcia | Protagonist of a coming-of-age novel |
| Mariela Ramirez | Lead character in a mystery novel |
| Mariela Bennett | Fictional detective in a crime thriller series |
| Mariela Rivera | Adventurous protagonist in a fantasy novel |
| Mariela Vega | Sci-fi heroine in a futuristic novel |
| Mariela Carter | Fictional spy in a suspenseful thriller |
| Mariela Anderson | Character from a drama novel exploring human relationships |
| Mariela Thompson | Time-traveling protagonist in a science fiction story |
| Mariela Parker | Fictional journalist in a mystery novel |
| Mariela Wood | Character from a historical fiction novel |
| Mariela Brooks | Brave lead in a dystopian novel |
| Mariela Black | Fictional witch in a fantasy series |
| Mariela Roberts | Talented musician in a romance novel |
| Mariela Reed | Strong-willed character in a drama novel |
| Mariela Green | Fictional artist in a contemporary fiction story |
| Mariela Mitchell | Character from a supernatural thriller |
| Mariela Lewis | Inspirational protagonist in a self-help novel |
| Mariela Martinez | Imaginative lead in a children's book |
| Mariela Wright | Character from a psychological thriller |