Martika Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Martika is a Spanish name derived from the Aramaic word 'mara', meaning 'lady' or 'mistress'. It evolved from Marta to its current form. The name is associated with creativity and individuality and gained popularity in the late 20th century due to pop culture influences. There are no direct biblical references associated with this name.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Martika"
Pronunciation
/mɑːrˈtiːkə/
Origin
Spanish
Etymology
The name Martika is a diminutive form of the name Marta, which is derived from the Aramaic word 'mara' meaning 'lady' or 'mistress'.
Meaning
Lady, mistress
Language Evolution
Marta, Martha, Martika
Historical Usage
Martika gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States, due to the rise of pop culture and music.
Variants & Derivatives
Marta, Martha, Marti
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Martika is perceived as a unique and artistic name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Martika, the American singer and songwriter known for her hit singles in the late 1980s and early 1990s., Martika, a character in various cultural references.
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✨ Martika Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 273 peak births in 1990
Geographic Spread
Popular across 24 US states, with strongest presence in Georgia
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 2 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Martika"
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 "Martika"
"Martika" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1987th of 27321 | 1,011 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 16178th of 35406 | 66 |
Regional Popularity of "Martika" 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 "Martika" by Generation for Female 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) |
45.64% 1682nd/3685 |
46.48% 2080th/4475 |
25.70% 1335th/5194 |
39.16% 2474th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Martika"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Martika" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Martika" in the United States
The name Martika is most popular in Georgia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the South 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, Martika 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, 'Martika' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1987th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 16178th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Martika' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.