Maryfer is a unique, compound female given name consisting of 'Mary' and 'Fer'. The name 'Mary' has a long history, originally derived from the Hebrew name Miriam, which means 'sea of bitterness', but often interpreted as 'rebelliousness' or 'wished-for child'. It was popularized by the Latin form Maria, associated with the Virgin Mary. The element 'Fer', however, is less common and of uncertain origin, although it may be derived from the Latin word for iron ('ferrum'), symbolizing strength and durability.
Maryfer was quite popular as a baby girl name at the turn of the millennium, with a peak of 18 births in 2005. However, its popularity declined significantly over time, with fewer than 10 births per year since 2007, and only 5 births each in 2019 and 2020. Overall, there were 201 babies named Maryfer between 1999 and 2020.