Bitter grace or wished-for child
A compound name combining Mary and Ann. Mary is of Hebrew origin meaning 'bitter' or 'beloved', while Ann is derived from Hannah, meaning 'grace' or 'favor'. Together, the name represents a blend of traditional strength and elegance.
Less common today
Maryann isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #893 in 1990.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Tony Award-winning stage and film actress
Longtime president of the Detroit City Council
A socialite and antagonist in the series True Blood · True Blood
Supporting character in the sitcom Cybill · Cybill
