Marietta Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Marietta is a name of Latin origin, derived from the Hebrew name Miriam, meaning 'beloved' or 'wished for child.' It evolved through various languages and gained popularity in the 19th century. The name is associated with positive traits and has no biblical relevance. Its variants and derivatives include names like Maria and Marie, while it is currently seen as elegant and somewhat vintage.
The name Marietta is most popular in Indiana, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation 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, Marietta 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, 'Marietta' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 438th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 474th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 658th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1583rd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3027th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5926th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4536th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Marietta' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Marietta"
Pronunciation
/ˌmɛr.iˈɛ.tə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
Marietta is a diminutive form of the name Maria, which is derived from the Hebrew name Miriam. The name Miriam is often interpreted as meaning 'beloved' or 'wished for child.'
Meaning
beloved, wished for child
Language Evolution
Miriam (Hebrew), Maria (Latin), Marietta (Italian/Latin)
Historical Usage
Marietta gained popularity in the 19th century, especially in Italian-speaking regions and among Italian communities elsewhere. It became more widely recognized in the English-speaking world due to its melodic sound and association with the name Maria.
Variants & Derivatives
Maria, Marie, Mary, Marisa
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Marietta is perceived as a charming and somewhat vintage name, evoking a sense of elegance and femininity. It is less common than its variants but is appreciated for its uniqueness.
Famous People
Marietta Pritchard, American actress, Marietta S. McCarty, American author, Marietta K. Phillips, American politician
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Marietta"
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 "Marietta"
"Marietta" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 438th of 9107 | 4,142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 474th of 9204 | 3,988 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 658th of 12526 | 4,000 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1583rd of 19264 | 994 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3027th of 27321 | 556 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 5926th of 35406 | 330 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 4536th of 30306 | 369 |
Regional Popularity of "Marietta" 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) |
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Regional Popularity of "Marietta" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
24.22% 343rd/1416 |
26.69% 368th/1379 |
23.16% 548th/2366 |
50.00% 571st/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
23.35% 361st/1546 |
25.26% 393rd/1556 |
25.33% 596th/2353 |
32.77% 507th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
26.04% 580th/2227 |
23.99% 583rd/2430 |
25.06% 715th/2853 |
29.84% 828th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
50.29% 1477th/2937 |
46.17% 1608th/3483 |
75.78% 2666th/3518 |
53.66% 2170th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
93.54% 3447th/3685 |
82.53% 3693rd/4475 |
100.00% 5194th/5194 |
66.46% 4198th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
100.00% 4582nd/4582 |
91.27% 4713th/5164 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
82.61% 3291st/3984 |
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68.59% 4679th/6822 |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Marietta"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Marietta" 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.