Mary vs Pamela
Mary
Gender: boy
Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Beloved, wished-for child
Peak: 1880 (7.24%)
Pamela
Gender: boy
Origin: Greek
Meaning: All sweetness
Peak: 1954 (1.37%)
Popularity Comparison
| Year | Mary | Pamela |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | 7.24% | - |
| 1890 | 5.99% | - |
| 1900 | 5.26% | - |
| 1910 | 5.44% | - |
| 1920 | 5.71% | - |
| 1930 | 5.50% | 0.01% |
| 1940 | 4.76% | 0.05% |
| 1950 | 3.72% | 0.92% |
| 1960 | 2.48% | 1.06% |
| 1970 | 1.05% | 0.71% |
| 1980 | 0.64% | 0.20% |
| 1990 | 0.42% | 0.06% |
| 2000 | 0.31% | 0.03% |
FAQ
Is Mary or Pamela more popular?
Mary has historically been more popular. Mary peaked in 1880 while Pamela peaked in 1954.
What do Mary and Pamela mean?
Mary means "Beloved, wished-for child" while Pamela means "All sweetness".