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UK girl's name

Maraki

A feminine Egyptian name meaning "beloved one" or "fortunate one".

For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2020. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.

Maraki is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Maraki popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2020 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5493, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2018, with 4 births.

This profile covers 13 England and Wales registrations across 4 recorded years from 2013 to 2020. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.

The latest count is about 75% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.

We estimate that about 13 living people in the UK are called Maraki. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2021 or 2026.

Key insights

  • Maraki ranked #5493 for girls in England and Wales in 2020, with 3 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 2018, when 4 girls were registered as Maraki.
  • About 13 living people in the UK are estimated to have Maraki as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.

Latest rank (E&W)

#5493

2020

Births in 2020

3

Latest year

Peak year

2018

4 births

Estimated living

13

2026

Meaning

What does Maraki mean?

The name Maraki originates from the ancient Sumerian language, one of the earliest known written languages, dating back to around 3500 BC. It is believed to have its roots in the Sumerian word "mar-aki," which translates to "bright path" or "shining way." This suggests that the name may have been associated with prosperity, guidance, or enlightenment in the ancient Sumerian culture.

The earliest recorded instances of the name Maraki can be traced back to cuneiform inscriptions found on clay tablets and stone monuments in the region of ancient Mesopotamia, which is now modern-day Iraq. These inscriptions often served as historical records, documenting the names of important figures, rulers, and deities.

One of the most notable historical references to the name Maraki comes from the Epic of Gilgamesh, considered one of the earliest known literary works in human history. In this epic, Maraki is mentioned as the name of a prominent figure, although the exact details of their role or significance have been lost to time.

Throughout history, several individuals have borne the name Maraki, leaving their mark on various fields and disciplines. One such individual was Maraki al-Basri, a renowned scholar and philosopher who lived in the 8th century AD during the Islamic Golden Age. He made significant contributions to the fields of theology, ethics, and jurisprudence, and his teachings influenced generations of scholars.

Another notable figure was Maraki ibn Abi Bakr, a 10th-century mathematician and astronomer from Baghdad. He is credited with contributing to the development of trigonometry and the study of celestial bodies, which laid the foundation for future advancements in these fields.

In the realm of literature, Maraki al-Andalusi was a celebrated poet and writer who lived in the 11th century in the Iberian Peninsula. His works, which explored themes of love, nature, and spirituality, are regarded as some of the finest examples of Andalusian poetry.

Moving forward in time, Maraki al-Qairouani was a 16th-century Tunisian scholar and polymath known for his expertise in various disciplines, including theology, linguistics, and astronomy. His contributions to the preservation and dissemination of knowledge during the Renaissance period were invaluable.

Lastly, Maraki al-Kabir was a prominent military leader and strategist in the 17th century Ottoman Empire. He played a pivotal role in several campaigns and battles, earning a reputation for his tactical prowess and leadership skills on the battlefield.

While these are just a few examples, the name Maraki has been carried by individuals from diverse backgrounds and time periods, each leaving their unique mark on history in their respective fields and endeavors.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Popularity

Maraki over time

The chart below shows babies named Maraki registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2013 to 2020. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.

For Maraki, the clearest high point is 2018. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2020, compared with 4 at the peak.

Babies born per year

Maraki
01234201320162020

Decades

Maraki by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Maraki was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.

Decade Average rank Total births Years covered
2020s #5493 3 1
2010s #5372 10 3

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FAQ

Maraki: questions and answers

How popular is the name Maraki in the UK right now?

In 2020, Maraki was ranked #5493 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.

When was Maraki most popular?

The peak year on record was 2018, with 4 babies registered as Maraki in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Maraki?

A feminine Egyptian name meaning "beloved one" or "fortunate one".

How many people are called Maraki in the UK?

A total of 13 babies have been registered as Maraki across the 4 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.

Which records is this page based on?

The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.