Maree

Maree is an English variant of Marie, itself the French and Latin form of Mary, which derives from the Hebrew name Miryam, whose precise original meaning is debated but is often interpreted as meaning beloved, sea of bitterness, or drop of the sea. The name carries the long devotional tradition associated with the Virgin Mary and has been widely used across Christian cultures for centuries. Maree is particularly common in Australia and New Zealand as an alternative spelling. Related forms include Mary, Marie, Maria, and Marée.