Mariah
Female name · ★ Classic
37,198
Total Births
1996
Peak Year
#391
Rank 2023
1880
First Recorded
📋 About the Name Mariah
Mariah is a classic female name that has remained popular for over a century in the United States. With approximately 37,198 total births recorded since 1880, it is one of the most enduring American names. It peaked in popularity during the 1990s.
📊 Popularity by Decade
| 1880s | 378 births |
| 1890s | 288 births |
| 1900s | 195 births |
| 1910s | 61 births |
| 1970s | 539 births |
| 1980s | 1,385 births |
| 1990s | 17,281 births |
| 2000s | 12,764 births |
| 2010s | 3,606 births |
| 2020s | 701 births |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How popular is the name Mariah?
Mariah has been given to 37,198 babies in the United States since 1880. It peaked in popularity in 1996 with 2,121 births that year. In 2023, it ranked #391.
Is Mariah a boy or girl name?
Mariah is primarily used as a female name in the United States.
When was Mariah most popular?
Mariah was most popular in 1996, when 2,121 babies were given this name. The name has been consistently popular for over a century.
How old is the name Mariah?
Mariah first appeared in US records in 1880 (the earliest year in the dataset).