Mary vs Elizabeth
Comparing Mary and Elizabeth? Both are popular picks for parents in 2026. Mary ranks in the Top 100 tier and traces to Hebrew naming roots (meaning "Bitter, beloved"). Elizabeth sits in the Top 100 tier with Hebrew origins (meaning "God is my oath").
Mary
- Meaning: Bitter, beloved
- Origin: Hebrew
- Popularity (2026): Top 100
- Full Mary name page
Elizabeth
- Meaning: God is my oath
- Origin: Hebrew
- Popularity (2026): Top 100
- Full Elizabeth name page
Which name is more popular: Mary or Elizabeth?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Mary ranks higher (Top 100) than Elizabeth (Top 100).