Star of the sea or dark-skinned
Mauriana is a modern elaboration of Mary or Maura, often influenced by the Latin name Maurus. It combines the classic roots of 'sea' or 'dark' with the popular '-iana' suffix to create a melodic, contemporary choice.
Less common today
Mauriana isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #7,786 in 2006.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
