Maria vs Janice
Comparing Maria and Janice? Both are popular picks for parents in 2026. Maria ranks in the Top 250 tier and traces to Latin naming roots (meaning "Bitter, beloved, sea"). Janice sits in the Top 250 tier with Hebrew origins (meaning "God is gracious").
Maria
- Meaning: Bitter, beloved, sea
- Origin: Latin
- Popularity (2026): Top 250
- Full Maria name page
Janice
- Meaning: God is gracious
- Origin: Hebrew
- Popularity (2026): Top 250
- Full Janice name page
Which name is more popular: Maria or Janice?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Maria ranks higher (Top 250) than Janice (Top 250).