This is the 310th most frequent Italian word.
maria
The Italian word "Maria" is a proper noun, equivalent to "Mary" in English, often used as a female given name.
'Maria' is used as a proper noun, a name of a person.
Maria è un'ottima cuoca.
Maria is an excellent cook.
'Maria' refers to a specific species or nickname for a plant.
La pianta Maria cresce rapidamente.
The Mary plant grows quickly.
'Maria' is used in a religious context as part of a prayer.