No. 609 in Icelandic
maría
The Icelandic word "María" is a proper noun, equivalent to the English name "Maria."
In a sentence
María er vinkona mín.
Maria is my friend.
Here, 'María' is used as a proper noun, referring to the personal name of a specific individual.
Ég keypti bók eftir Maríu.
I bought a book by Maria.
In this case, 'Maríu' appears in the genitive case, indicating possession or authorship.
Hver er þessi María sem þú talar um?
Who is this Maria you are talking about?
Here, 'María' is referenced in direct interrogation, maintaining its form as a proper noun.
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