Maree

Origin

The name Maree is of French origin, deriving from 'Marie,' a form of 'Mary,' which is rooted in Hebrew via Latin and French. It became popular in Australia in the 20th century. The name 'Marie' is widely used across Christian traditions, often associated with the Virgin Mary. Although not originally Indigenous Australian or Māori, 'Maree' has been adopted culturally in Australia, sometimes associated with beach or seaside themes due to phonetic similarity to 'marea' (Spanish for 'tide') and the Australian coastal environment.

Meaning

Literal translation: 'beloved' or 'rebel' from Latin origin, as a variation of Marie. In Australian English contexts, Maree often evokes imagery of the sea, tides, and beaches, embodying a gentle, natural aesthetic and connection to the oceanic landscape.

Pronunciation

/mɑːˈriː/ (mah-REE) with the stress on the second syllable, following typical Australian English pronunciation conventions, with a long 'a' as in 'car' and a long 'ee' as in 'see'.

Variants & Nicknames

Name Days

• 12 August (Feast of Our Lady of Mount Carmel)
• 15 August (Assumption of Mary)
• 8 September (Birth of Mary)

Name Pairings

Names that pair well with maree:

• Lily and Maree (flower names)
• Emma and Maree (classic pair)
• Sophie and Maree (elegant combinations)

Fun Facts

• The name Maree became popular in Australia during the 1950s and 1960s, often associated with seaside towns.
• In Australian art and literature, characters named Maree are often depicted as gentle and connected to nature.
• The name is sometimes chosen for its lyrical, musical quality in Australian baby naming.

Personality Traits

Common traits associated with the name maree:

• gentle
• nurturing
• artistic
• connected to nature

Aesthetic Qualities

The name conveys a soft, flowing visual appeal, with rounded letterforms that evoke calmness and natural grace in written form, popular in Australian stationery and design.

Geographical Distribution

Most common in southern and eastern Australian states such as Victoria, New South Wales, and Queensland, often found in coastal towns and inner-city suburbs.

Numerological Significance

Name number 7, associated with analytical and introspective qualities, often linked to a spiritual or philosophical personality in numerology traditions.

Astrological Connections

Typically associated with Virgo and Pisces, zodiac signs that align with the nurturing and intuitive traits commonly attributed to the name in Australian astrology circles.

Historical Context

Famous Australians bearing the name Maree include Maree Daybell, a renowned Australian swimmer, and Maree Betts, a prominent environmental scientist. The name is also popular in Australian poetry and film, generally evoking a sense of elegance and natural beauty.

Linguistic Adaptability

The name Maree adapts nicely across languages, with variants such as Marie in French, Maria in Latin-based languages, and Miriam in Hebrew, maintaining similar phonetic and aesthetic qualities.

Famous People Named maree

• Maree Betts (Environmental scientist)
• Maree Daybell (Athlete)
• Maree Rolls (Actor)

Popularity in Australia