Which do you like more?

Hi! :blush: I haven’t posted in a while! I’ve been trying to choose an alternative to Marie. This is for myself btw. I’m changing my name and, rather than choosing something entirely new, I’ve decided to pick something close to my current middle name ‘Marie’, since it’s technically an honor name. I have no sentimental connection to the name or that side of my family to be honest, but I feel like this would be an easier transition. Plus, I genuinely do love many of the Mari- options that I have to choose from.

I’ve narrowed it down to Maris and Maristela, which do you prefer? I know that these won’t be everyone’s taste, but I like them! I love names with a magical feel and meaning. I love the meanings of “of the sea” and “star of the sea”! I love the sea/ocean and the stars/night sky.

I’ve been feeling these names out for a while, and both feel very comfortable.

Both are beautiful! I personally prefer [name_f]Maris[/name_f], but it could also be a nickname for [name_f]Maristela[/name_f], so you wouldn’t have to choose between the two :heart:

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[name_f]Maristela[/name_f] is gorgeous

Maristela is the one I would go with, personally. It gives both a sea & a starry meaning, and also gives the nickname Maris. Both names are gorgeous though :relaxed:

I prefer [name_f]Maris[/name_f] to [name_f]Maristela[/name_f]! I think [name_f]Maristela[/name_f] is a bit too frilly for me but it is a nice name nonetheless! [name_f]My[/name_f] daughter’s middle name is [name_f]Maren[/name_f] (meaning ‘sea’) but we were also considering [name_f]Maribel[/name_f] (meaning ‘drop of the sea’)

Thank you for the replies!

I also prefer [name_f]Maris[/name_f] a tiny bit more, but I love that I would get the stars and sea in one name with [name_f]Maristela[/name_f]. I’m not big on nicknames, but I do like the option of still being able to use [name_f]Maris[/name_f] if I choose [name_f]Maristela[/name_f].

Yes [name_f]Maristela[/name_f] is frilly, but I love frills so I don’t mind! [name_f]Maren[/name_f] is a beautiful name! It was one of my top 5 before I narrowed it down! Maribel’s beautiful too!

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[name_f]Maris[/name_f] is gorgeous :sparkling_heart:

This sums up my feelings perfectly.

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I think if your last name starts with a vowel, I would go with [name_f]Maris[/name_f]. And if your last name starts with a consonant, I would go with [name_f]Maristela[/name_f]

I’ve never thought of this before!

[name_f]My[/name_f] last name begins with a consonant, but it’s a soft consonant so they both sound fine with it. This is something to keep in mind though, thank you!

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This. Also though, this is subjective, but to me Maristela has a “magical feeling” like you’re seeking more than Maris does.

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[name_f]Maristela[/name_f] is my favorite!

[name_f]Maristela[/name_f] is stunning

I prefer [name_f]Maris[/name_f] - streamlined and sleek. I think it’s fine with a surname beginning with a consonant.

Thank you for all of the replies!!!

I’m happy to see both names getting some love! I guess I just have to decide which name I’m going to use. Like I said, I do slightly prefer [name_f]Maris[/name_f] on its own. However, [name_f]Maristela[/name_f] is gorgeous, and I love it’s meaning. I love the stars, the moon, and the night sky, so it would be great to have that connection in my name if I have the option.