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Maritza
GirlMeaning of Maritza: Spanish: 'of the sea'
Maritza is a girl's name most strongly associated with Spanish naming. It has 7 letters and 3 syllables, and it is familiar but far from overused — 2728th most popular girls' name in the United States in 2025.
US rank 2025
#2728
60 babies in 2025
England & Wales 2024
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Fewer than 3 babies or unlisted
US babies since 1880
23,232
First recorded 1945 · peak 2005
Trend
falling
Style: uncommon
Popularity over time
Gender split
0% boys · 100% girls, based on US, UK and international usage.
Origins & cultures
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Irish · 1 syllable
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French · 2 syllables
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Greek · 3 syllables
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German · 3 syllables
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