Your first name of Maris has developed qualities of positivity, independence, and self-confidence. It makes you feel awkward and embarrassed when you are drawn into situations requiring sympathy and understanding, or where lavish affection and compliments are expected. You do not change your mind readily. This name does make you quite direct and straight-to-the-point. Self-consciousness and lack of expression limit your ability to give in this way. You appreciate time on your own. If given the training, you could develop music and art. Devoting some time to helping those in less fortunate circumstances is important to you. You have a tendency to worry far too much over obligations and responsibilities. The influence of this name does not promote the friendship that you desire or the relaxation and naturalness you should enjoy with people.