Mariana

Mariana is a female given name of Latin origin, derived from Maria. It is common in Spanish- and Portuguese-speaking regions and has been used in various cultures around the world.

In geography, the name refers to two primary uses: the Mariana Islands and the Mariana Trench. The Mariana Islands are an archipelago in the western Pacific Ocean named after Queen Mariana of Austria. The islands form two political units: the Northern Mariana Islands, a United States commonwealth with capital Saipan, and Guam, a U.S. territory with capital Hagåtña, along with numerous smaller islands. The climate is tropical, and the region is known for its diverse ecosystems and World War II history.

The Mariana Trench is the deepest known part of the world’s oceans, located to the east of the islands in the western Pacific. Its depth is about 36,000 feet (roughly 10,972 meters), and it lies within the Izu-Bonin-Mariana subduction zone. The trench has been the focus of scientific exploration and is the site of several manned and unmanned deep-sea missions.

Notable uses: The name Mariana is used as a given name and is borne by historical figures such as Mariana of Austria, who served as regent of Spain in the 17th century, among others.