Hebrew Origin

Maria

“Beloved, sea of bitterness”

Explore beautiful tattoo designs for the name Maria. Preview across 20+ fonts and download your favorite to share with your tattoo artist.

TraditionalReligiousScript

Name Origin

Maria is a female name of Hebrew origin, meaning “Beloved, sea of bitterness”.

Recommended Styles

Traditional

Religious

Script

Best Placements

Wrist

Forearm

Chest

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Maria in 20 Tattoo Fonts

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Great Vibes

Elegant Script

Maria

Best for: Feminine, romantic designs

Dancing Script

Flowing Script

Maria

Best for: Casual elegance

Pacifico

Casual Script

Maria

Best for: Fun, friendly vibes

Sacramento

Fine Script

Maria

Best for: Delicate, refined look

Allura

Romantic Script

Maria

Best for: Wedding, love themes

Alex Brush

Brush Script

Maria

Best for: Artistic, painterly feel

Satisfy

Smooth Script

Maria

Best for: Clean, flowing lines

Kaushan Script

Bold Script

Maria

Best for: Strong statements

Cookie

Sweet Script

Best for: Whimsical designs

Pinyon Script

Formal Script

Maria

Best for: Traditional elegance

Playfair Display

Elegant Serif

Maria

Best for: Sophisticated, classic

Abril Fatface

Bold Display

Maria

Best for: High impact

Lobster

Retro

Maria

Best for: Vintage aesthetic

Permanent Marker

Hand Drawn

Maria

Best for: Edgy, raw look

Shadows Into Light

Handwritten

Maria

Best for: Personal touch

Indie Flower

Playful

Maria

Best for: Youthful energy

Amatic SC

Narrow

Maria

Best for: Vertical spaces

Caveat

Natural

Maria

Best for: Organic feel

Tangerine

Delicate

Maria

Best for: Fine line work

Roboto

Modern Sans

Maria

Best for: Clean, minimal

About Maria Tattoos

The name Maria is a beautiful choice for a tattoo with deep meaning. Originating from Hebrew culture, it carries the significance of “Beloved, sea of bitterness” — making it a meaningful tribute for memorial pieces, parent tattoos, or honoring loved ones.

Style Recommendations for Maria

Given the feminine elegance of Maria, we recommend Traditional, Religious, Script styles. These complement the name's aesthetic and work beautifully across different sizes and placements.

Popular Placements

Maria tattoos look stunning on the Wrist, Forearm, Chest. For memorial pieces, many choose the inner wrist or chest placement for its intimate visibility. Larger script versions work well on the forearm or back.

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Maria Tattoo FAQ

What does the name Maria mean?

Maria comes from Hebrew origin and means “Beloved, sea of bitterness”. This beautiful meaning makes it a popular choice for meaningful tribute tattoos.

What font style is best for a Maria tattoo?

We recommend Traditional, Religious, Script styles for Maria tattoos. These complement the name's feminine character and work well in various sizes.

Where should I place a Maria tattoo?

Popular placements for Maria tattoos include Wrist, Forearm, Chest. The best placement depends on the size you want and how visible you'd like it to be.

How much does a Maria name tattoo cost?

A Maria tattoo typically costs $50-$200 depending on size, font complexity, and your artist's rates. Simple small scripts cost less, while elaborate designs cost more.