Bitter or of the sea
Marra is a rare name with multiple potential etymological roots. It is often considered a variant of Mara, a Hebrew name meaning 'bitter,' or a derivative of the Latin 'mare' meaning 'sea.' In some contexts, it is also linked to Gaelic origins as a variation of names like Mairi.
Less common today
Marra isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #6,377 in 1991.
American actress and writer
The protagonist and princess · Nettle & Bone by T. Kingfisher
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
