Maribeth Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Maribeth is a modern American name created by combining the names Mary and Elizabeth. It carries the meaning 'bitter oath' and has evolved from historical forms of both original names. While it has no biblical background, it reflects a blend of cultural significance. The name gained traction in the mid-20th century and is viewed positively today, often associated with kindness and tradition.
The name Maribeth is most popular in Illinois, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Baby Boomers generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Maribeth has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Maribeth' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 4467th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1517th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 800th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1312th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2441st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5907th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 8320th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Maribeth' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Maribeth"
Pronunciation
/ˈmɛrɪbɛθ/
Origin
American
Etymology
Maribeth is a modern compound name formed by combining 'Mary' and 'Elizabeth'. 'Mary' is of Hebrew origin, meaning 'bitterness' or 'rebelliousness', while 'Elizabeth' is derived from the Hebrew name Elisheva, meaning 'God is my oath'.
Meaning
Bitter oath
Language Evolution
Mary, Mariam, Miriam, Elizabeth, Elisheva, Maribeth
Historical Usage
Maribeth gained popularity in the United States during the mid-20th century as unique compound names became fashionable.
Variants & Derivatives
Marybeth, Maribeth, Beth, Mary
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Maribeth is perceived as a classic and somewhat vintage name, often associated with warmth and nostalgia.
Famous People
Maribeth Monroe (actress), Maribeth H. (author)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Maribeth"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Maribeth"
"Maribeth" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 4467th of 9107 | 71 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1517th of 9204 | 488 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 800th of 12526 | 2,920 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1312th of 19264 | 1,357 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2441st of 27321 | 757 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 5907th of 35406 | 331 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 8320th of 30306 | 156 |
Regional Popularity of "Maribeth" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Maribeth" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
53.82% 832nd/1546 |
100.00% 1556th/1556 |
100.00% 2353rd/2353 |
84.16% 1302nd/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
23.48% 523rd/2227 |
23.62% 574th/2430 |
66.39% 1894th/2853 |
43.35% 1203rd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
31.39% 922nd/2937 |
21.71% 756th/3483 |
79.76% 2806th/3518 |
70.43% 2848th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
48.77% 1797th/3685 |
46.48% 2080th/4475 |
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85.91% 5427th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
77.13% 3534th/4582 |
60.77% 3138th/5164 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
78.26% 3118th/3984 |
82.79% 3715th/4487 |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Maribeth"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Maribeth" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.