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The name Marianne is a combination of two names, Mary and Anne. Mary is derived from the Hebrew name Miryam, meaning "bitterness" or "rebelliousness." Anne is derived from the Hebrew name Hannah, meaning "grace." Therefore, the name Marianne can be interpreted as "graceful bitterness" or "rebellious grace."Marianne has a French origin and was first recorded as a given name in the 18th century. It gained popularity during the French Revolution as a symbol of patriotism and the fight for freedom. Marianne is also the personification of the French Republic, depicted as a woman wearing a Phrygian cap and holding a tricolor flag.The name Marianne has been a popular choice for girls in France, as well as in other countries such as the United States and England. It has been used as a first name, a middle name, and a surname. Famous people with the name Marianne include Marianne Faithfull, a British singer and actress, and Marianne Williamson, an American author and spiritual teacher.

Marianne is a popular name in many countries worldwide, including France (where it originated), Germany, Norway, Denmark, Sweden, Finland, the Netherlands, Belgium, Canada, and the United States.

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