Marijuana Name Meaning & Origin
/mar-uh-WAH-nuh/Name Origin
The word 'marijuana' originates from Mexican Spanish, derived from the Nahuatl word 'mallihuan' or 'mallihuan' meaning 'prisoner' or 'plant.' It was adopted into English in the early 20th century, initially as a term for the cannabis plant and later associated with its psychoactive use.
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American (Various ethnicities within the United States) 85% -
Canadian (Various ethnicities within Canada) 10% -
Mexican (Mexican) 5%
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Name Details
- Name Order: Western
- Gender: Unisex
Famous People Named Marijuana
There are no notable individuals with the name 'Marijuana' as a personal name, as it is primarily known as a slang term for the cannabis plant.
Marijuana Numerology
Soul Urge Number: 7
People with this name tend to be: Analytical, intellectual and spiritual.