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What does the name Marija mean? What is the meaning of the name Marija
Meaning of Marija: Name Marija in the Serbian, Slovene origin, means A woman of the sea of sorrowness. Name Marija is of Serbian, Slovene origin and is a Girl name. People with name Marija are usually Judaism by religion.
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A woman of the sea of sorrowness
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1 word with 6 characters
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M-A-R-I-J-A
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Pythagorean Numerology
7
Indian Vedic Numerology
1
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Famous people with name Marija (Namesakes)
- Marija Režan
Marija Režan (born Vrsaljko, on 8 August 1989 in Zadar, SFR Yugoslavia) is a Croatian basketball player.
- Marija Šerifović
Marija Šerifović (Serbian: Марија Шерифовић, pronounced [mǎrija ʃerǐːfoʋitɕ]; born 14 November 1984) is a Serbian singer and record producer.
- Marija Karan
Marija Karan (Serbian Cyrillic: Марија Каран; born 29 April 1982) is a Serbian actress.
- Marija Ugrica
Marija Ugrica (Serbian Cyrillic: Марија Угрица) (born July 27, 1995 in Belgrade, Serbia) is a pop singer well known by her strong live performances and YouTube music covers.
- Marija Jovanović
Marija Jovanović (born 26 December 1985) is a retired Montenegrin handball player.
- Marija Omaljev-Grbić
Marija Omaljev-Grbić, also known as Mara Omaljev (born Marija Omaljev (Марија Омаљев); 5 December 1982), is a Croatian-American film, stage and theatre actress.
- Marija Vukčević
Marija Vukčević is a Montenegrin football striker currently playing for ASD Res Roma in the Italian first tier.
- Marija Mićović
Marija Mićović (Serbian Cyrillic: Мaриja Мићовић, born October 1, 1982 in Belgrade, SFR Yugoslavia) is a Serbian female basketball player.
- Fazil Marija
Fazil Marija (born 2 December 1985) is a former rugby union player of Sri Lanka.
- Marija Kaznačenko
Marija Kaznačenko (born 1 December 1993 in Visaginas, Lithuania) is a Lithuanian biathlete.
- Marija Ilić
Marija Ilić (born 3 June 1993) is a Serbian football defender, currently playing for Spartak Subotica.
- Marija Marović
Marija Marović (born 16 September 1983) is a Croatian sports shooter.
- Marija Bulatović
Marija Bulatović (Montenegrin pronunciation: [mǎrija bulǎːtoʋitɕ]; born 16 May 1995) is a Montenegrin cross-country skier.
- Marija Vučenović
Marija Vučenović (born 3 April 1993) is a Serbian athlete specialising in the javelin throw.
- Marija Šibajeva
Marija Šibajeva (born 10 April 2002) is a Lithuanian chess player who holds the title of Woman FIDE master (WGM, 2018).
- Marija Vuković (footballer)
Marija Vuković (Serbian: Марија Вуковић; born 25 March 1990) is a Serbian footballer who plays as a forward and has appeared for the Serbia women's national team.
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Magha Nakshatra (Birth Star) - Characteristics and Details
The Nakshatra for Marija is Magha. The name Marija is associated with the deity Pitris (Ancestors), and is ruled by the Ketu. The symbol for Marija is Royal Throne, and it is characterized by Leadership, Power. This name is connected to the element Fire and embodies the Proud, Dignified.| name | Maghā |
| Deity | Pitris (Ancestors) |
| Ruling Planet | Ketu |
| Symbol | Royal Throne |
| Primary Quality | Leadership, Power |
| Element | Fire |
| Nature | Proud, Dignified |
Pythagorean Numerology (Western Numerology) - 7
Baby Name Marija Numerology: Name Marija has a number value of 7 as per Pythagorean Numerology (Western Numerology), its advised that you also calculate 'number value' of name by entering full name in our Name Numerology Calculator.
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Syllables in Marija Name
How many syllables in baby name Marija? Marija has 3 syllables. The name "Marija" can be divided into 3 syllables as:
| How many syllables in Marija? | 3 (ma - ri - ja) |
| Numbers of characters: | 6 |
| Unique letters: | 5 (m, a, r, i, j) |
| Marija backwards: | ajiram |
| Marija sorted alphabetically: | aaijmr |
Name Marija is combinations of, 1 occurance of M, 2 occurances of A, 1 occurance of R, 1 occurance of I, 1 occurance of J.
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How to Wish a Happy Birthday to Marija
Marija's birthday is a remarkable occasion that deserves thoughtful and heartfelt wishes. Whether he's a close friend, a family member, or a colleague, the perfect birthday message can make his day even more special. From warm, sincere greetings to fun, playful wishes, this section provides a variety of ideas to convey your affection, admiration, and joy for Marija on his big day.
Happy Birthday, Marija! Wishing you a year full of success, happiness, and unforgettable moments. May this special day bring you joy and may all your dreams come true. Enjoy every minute of it!
Marija, Happy Birthday! Another year older, but not a year less awesome. I hope your day is filled with love, laughter, and everything that makes you happiest. Here's to an amazing year ahead!
Happy Birthday, Marija! You bring so much light to everyone around you. May your day be as bright and wonderful as your heart. Cheers to more laughter, adventures, and memories this year!
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about name Marija
What is the meaning of Marija?
Name Marija means A woman of the sea of sorrowness as per The ParentZ Baby Name Finder, largest baby names list. Learn more Marija Name Meaning and Origin.
What is the numerology of baby name Marija?
Name Marija has numerology 1 as per The ParentZ.
What is the lucky number of name Marija?
The lucky number of name Marija is 1 as per number numerology.
What is the length of Marija name?
The name Marija has 6 letters. The name Marija consists of 1 word with 6 characters.
What is the Nakshatra of Marija?
Name Marija belongs to Magha nakshatra based on Indian Astrology or Janam Nakshatra as per the information available on The ParentZ.
Where does the name Marija come from?
Marija is a Serbian, Slovene name given to Girls as per The ParentZ.
What is the origin of the name Marija?
The name Marija is of Serbian, Slovene origin and is used within Judaism communities.
What does Marija mean?
Name Marija means A woman of the sea of sorrowness as per The ParentZ
What does the name Marija mean?
Marija is of Serbian, Slovene origin and means A woman of the sea of sorrowness as per The ParentZ
What is the meaning and origin of the baby name Marija?
Marija means A woman of the sea of sorrowness and is a Serbian, Slovene name given to Girls as per The ParentZ
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What is the length of Marija name?
The name Marija consists of 6 alphabets.
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Happy Birthday, Marija! Wishing you a year full of success, happiness, and unforgettable moments. May this special day bring you joy and may all your dreams come true. Enjoy every minute of it!
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