John vs Mary
John
Gender: boy
Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: God is gracious
Peak: 1880 (8.15%)
Mary
Gender: boy
Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Beloved, wished-for child
Peak: 1880 (7.24%)
Popularity Comparison
| Year | John | Mary |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | 8.15% | 7.24% |
| 1890 | 7.10% | 5.99% |
| 1900 | 6.06% | 5.26% |
| 1910 | 5.49% | 5.44% |
| 1920 | 5.17% | 5.71% |
| 1930 | 4.64% | 5.50% |
| 1940 | 4.62% | 4.76% |
| 1950 | 4.37% | 3.72% |
| 1960 | 3.51% | 2.48% |
| 1970 | 3.07% | 1.05% |
| 1980 | 1.90% | 0.64% |
| 1990 | 1.35% | 0.42% |
| 2000 | 0.96% | 0.31% |
FAQ
Is John or Mary more popular?
John has historically been more popular. John peaked in 1880 while Mary peaked in 1880.
What do John and Mary mean?
John means "God is gracious" while Mary means "Beloved, wished-for child".