Maaria

Maaria is a feminine given name of Finnish origin, a local form of Maria. In Finnish, the spelling with double a reflects Finnish orthography and phonology, and the name is used primarily in Finland and by Finnish-speaking communities. Maaria is part of the broader family of names derived from Maria and is related to forms such as Mari. It appears in Finnish naming practice as a standalone given name or as part of compound names, and it remains in occasional use today.

In addition to its use as a personal name, Maaria is the name of a former municipality in southwestern Finland. The municipality existed as an independent entity before being merged into the city of Turku in the 20th century; the area is now part of Turku's urban area. The reuse of Maaria as a place name reflects its historical local significance in the region.