Maridel is a unique and distinctive given name of Hebrew origin. It is derived from the Hebrew name Miriam, which means "sea" or "bitter sea." The name Maridel is a variant spelling of Mariandel, which was popularized by French author George Sand in her novel "Lelia." In this novel, the character Mariandel is depicted as a beautiful and intelligent woman who is admired for her intelligence and strength. As such, the name Maridel has come to be associated with these positive qualities. Despite its Hebrew origins, Maridel has been widely adopted by other cultures and is now commonly used in English-speaking countries around the world. While it may not be as well-known as some other names, those who bear the name Maridel often appreciate its unique sound and its association with intelligence and strength.
The name Maridel has seen a fluctuating popularity over the years in the United States. Between 1931 and 1955, there were a total of 69 babies named Maridel born in the U.S. The most popular years for the name were 1944 with 9 births and 1943 with 8 births. Interestingly, there were also years when the name was quite rare, such as 1931 and 1934 with only 5 births each year. This shows that while Maridel has had some periods of popularity, it has never been a particularly common name in the U.S.