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Stellamaris
Pronounced stel-uh-MAH-ris /ˌstɛl.əˈmɑr.ɪs/Medium
Meaning: From the Latin Stella Maris, 'star of the sea' — an ancient Christian title of the Virgin Mary, invoked as a guide for sailors. Used as a single given name, especially in Catholic families.Medium
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
Stellamaris comes from the Latin Stella Maris, 'star of the sea,' a title given to the Virgin Mary since at least the early medieval period and long associated with safe passage at sea. It also names churches, schools and hymns. As a one-word given name it is modern and largely Catholic in use (said 'stel-uh-MAH-ris').
It appears only very rarely for girls in the U.S. Very rare, devotional, and elegant.
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Frequently Asked
What does the name Stellamaris mean?
Stellamaris is Latin for 'star of the sea,' an ancient title of the Virgin Mary.
How do you pronounce Stellamaris?
It's said stel-uh-MAH-ris /ˌstɛl.əˈmɑr.ɪs/ — four syllables, main stress on the third.
Is Stellamaris a boy or girl name?
Stellamaris is used as a girl's name.
How popular is Stellamaris?
Stellamaris is a very rare name for girls in the U.S.