| Meaning | of the sea |
| Origin | Latin |
| Gender | gender neutral |
| Opposite gender | Maris |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 5 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Ma-ris |
About Maris
Simplicity meets sophistication in this understated gem. Maris offers clean lines and straightforward pronunciation, eliminating complexity without sacrificing style. The name feels fresh despite historical presence, occupying that sweet spot between familiar and distinctive. Its brevity makes it practical for forms and documents while remaining substantive enough for personal identity. Maris works beautifully as both first name and middle name option, demonstrating remarkable versatility. The single-syllable cousin "Mar" provides a ready nickname when informality suits the moment. This name carries subtle nautical associations that evoke freedom and exploration without being thematically limiting. Maris functions equally well in creative and professional environments, adapting to context effortlessly. For parents preferring substance over flash, this name delivers quiet confidence and enduring appeal that transcends temporary fashions.
Nicknames for Maris
| Mari |
| Ris |
| Ri |
| Mimi |
Famous People Named Maris
| Maris Wrixon | American actress |
| Maris Kreizman | Writer and critic |
| Maris Liepa | Russian ballet dancer |
| Maris Racal | Filipino actress and singer |
| Maris Stella | Spanish singer |
| Maris Martinsons | Lithuanian philosopher and economist |
| Maris Minervini | American author and speaker |
| Maris Bustamante | Guatemalan artist |
| Maris Salumets | Estonian writer and journalist |
| Maris Sirmais | Latvian conductor |
| Maris Verpakovskis | Latvian footballer |
| Maris Brants | Latvian painter |
| Maris Lauri | Estonian politician |
| Maris Janson | Latvian fashion model |
| Maris Kuklis | Latvian composer |
| Maris Stromanis | Latvian sculptor |
| Maris Strombergs | Latvian BMX cyclist |
| Maris Petersons | Latvian actor |
| Maris Krumins | Latvian basketball player |
| Maris Bjornson | American songwriter and producer |
Characters Named Maris
| Maris Crane | Character from the TV show "Frasier" |
| Maris Coulter | Character from Philip Pullman's "His Dark Materials" series |
| Maris Brood | Character from the "Star Wars" universe |
| Maris Frazier | Character from the book "So B. It" by Sarah Weeks |
| Maris Elder | Character from the book "The Water Mirror" by Kai Meyer |
| Maris Lindon | Character from the book "The Diamond of Darkhold" by Jeanne DuPrau |
| Maris Redmane | Character from the video game "The Elder Scrolls Online" |
| Maris Sulle | Character from the book "The Clone Wars - Wild Space" by Karen Miller |
| Maris Varroue | Character from the book "The Key" by Pauline Baird Jones |
| Maris York | Character from the book "York" by Laura Ruby |
| Maris Racal | Character from the TV show "Pamilya Ko" |