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The name María is the Spanish and Italian form of Mary, itself derived from the Hebrew name Miriam, whose meaning is debated but commonly interpreted as beloved, sea of bitterness, or drop of the sea. It spread throughout the Christian world as one of the most venerated names in history, borne by the Virgin Mary, mother of Jesus, making it enormously popular across Catholic and Orthodox cultures for centuries. María has been among the most common female names in the Spanish-speaking world and remains widely used today. Related forms include Marie, Maria, Marion, Miriam, and Mariam.