Marta Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Marta is a name of Hebrew origin, meaning 'lady' or 'mistress of the house.' It has evolved from the Hebrew 'Martha' to various forms in different languages, retaining its meaning. The name is tied to a biblical figure known for her hospitality. It has gained popularity in Christian traditions and remains a classic name with positive connotations.
The name Marta is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Baby Boomers generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. 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, Marta has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, 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 male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Marta' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 8406th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 10179th out of 16616 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1437th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 876th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 498th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 627th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1038th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2093rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2594th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Marta' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Marta"
Pronunciation
/ˈmɑːrtə/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Marta is derived from the Hebrew name 'Martha,' which means 'lady' or 'mistress of the house.' It has biblical roots, as Martha is a figure in the New Testament, known for her hospitality and as the sister of Lazarus.
Meaning
lady, mistress of the house
Language Evolution
Martha (Hebrew), Marta (Latin), Marta (Spanish, Italian)
Biblical Background
Marta is associated with the New Testament figure Martha of Bethany, who is mentioned in the Gospels.
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in Christian communities due to its biblical association and has been used in various cultures throughout history.
Variants & Derivatives
Martha, Martina, Martie
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Marta is seen as a classic and timeless name, often associated with warmth and hospitality due to its biblical roots.
Famous People
Marta Vieira da Silva, Brazilian footballer, Marta Kauffman, American television producer
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Marta"
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 "Marta"
"Marta" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 8406th of 10718 | 15 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 10179th of 16616 | 31 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1437th of 9107 | 533 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 876th of 9204 | 1,245 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 498th of 12526 | 6,547 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 627th of 19264 | 4,217 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1038th of 27321 | 2,649 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2093rd of 35406 | 1,424 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2594th of 30306 | 814 |
Regional Popularity of "Marta" 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) |
- | - | - |
63.94% 4039th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Marta" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- |
89.20% 1230th/1379 |
38.17% 903rd/2366 |
82.57% 943rd/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
56.92% 880th/1546 |
54.82% 853rd/1556 |
32.13% 756th/2353 |
37.36% 578th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
22.81% 508th/2227 |
21.32% 518th/2430 |
19.73% 563rd/2853 |
14.05% 390th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
26.90% 790th/2937 |
16.16% 563rd/3483 |
20.38% 717th/3518 |
12.59% 509th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
30.37% 1119th/3685 |
19.49% 872nd/4475 |
23.70% 1231st/5194 |
13.00% 821st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
42.21% 1934th/4582 |
36.19% 1869th/5164 |
34.23% 2503rd/7313 |
26.75% 1996th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
53.46% 2130th/3984 |
48.18% 2162nd/4487 |
44.83% 3058th/6822 |
49.04% 3078th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Marta"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Marta" 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.