Mariaeduarda first name popularity, history and meaning

Find out how popular the first name Mariaeduarda has been for the last 23 years (from 2002 to 2024) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Meaning of Mariaeduarda

A feminine name of Portuguese origin meaning combination of "Mary" and "Edouard".

Popularity of Mariaeduarda by gender

Based on the last 23 years of data, Mariaeduarda is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2024, there were 9 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Mariaeduarda.

YearMale CountFemale Count
202409
202307
202205
202106
202005
2019011
201808
201708
2016015
201508
201406
201309
2012012
201109
2010010
2009014
2008023
2007020
2006024
2005021
2004017
200307
200207

The history of the first name Mariaeduarda

Mariaeduarda is a feminine given name with origins tracing back to the Latin language. It is a compound name, combining the elements "Maria" and "Eduarda". The first portion, "Maria", derives from the Hebrew name "Miryam", meaning "beloved" or "loved one". This was the name of the mother of Jesus in the New Testament.

The second part, "Eduarda", is a feminine form of the Germanic name "Edward", which is composed of the elements "ead" meaning "rich" or "prosperous" and "weard" meaning "guard" or "protector". Together, these components suggest the meaning "rich protector" or "prosperous guardian".

The earliest known records of the name Mariaeduarda can be traced back to the late 16th century in Portugal, where it was likely a combination of the popular names Maria and Eduarda. It was used among the Portuguese nobility and upper classes during this period.

One of the earliest notable bearers of the name was Mariaeduarda de Sousa e Silva (1590-1647), a Portuguese noblewoman and courtier during the reign of King John IV. She served as a lady-in-waiting to the queen and was known for her involvement in court intrigues.

In the 18th century, Mariaeduarda da Câmara (1720-1798) was a Portuguese aristocrat and philanthropist. She founded several charitable institutions and was renowned for her generosity and commitment to social welfare.

Another notable figure was Mariaeduarda de Bragança (1834-1899), a member of the Portuguese royal family and a descendant of King John VI. She was known for her support of the arts and her patronage of various cultural institutions.

In the 20th century, Mariaeduarda Caeiro (1901-1987) was a Portuguese writer and poet who was part of the Modernist movement in literature. Her works explored themes of nature, spirituality, and the human condition.

Mariaeduarda Azevedo (1919-2005) was a Brazilian actress and singer who had a successful career spanning over six decades. She was renowned for her roles in telenovelas and her contributions to the Brazilian music industry.

While the name Mariaeduarda has its roots in Portuguese and Latin cultures, it has been adopted and used in various parts of the world, particularly in regions with strong Portuguese or Spanish cultural influences.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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