Mertie Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Mertie is an English name that means 'lady' or 'mistress' and is a diminutive of Martha. The name has evolved from Martha through forms such as Martie to Mertie. It gained popularity in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, but is now viewed as an old-fashioned name. Mertie has biblical relevance through its connection to Martha. Notable individuals include Mertie Smith and Mertie B. McGowan.
The name Mertie is most popular in Alabama, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation 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, Mertie has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South. 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. Across generations, 'Mertie' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1117th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1980th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5795th out of 12526 names. Discover how the name 'Mertie' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Mertie"
Pronunciation
/ˈmɜːrti/
Origin
English
Etymology
Mertie is a diminutive form of the name Martha, which has roots in Hebrew meaning 'lady' or 'mistress of the house'.
Meaning
lady, mistress
Language Evolution
Martha, Martie, Mertie
Biblical Background
Mertie does not have a direct biblical reference, but it is derived from Martha, who is a biblical figure in the New Testament.
Historical Usage
Mertie gained popularity in the late 19th and early 20th centuries as a feminine given name, often used in the United States.
Variants & Derivatives
Martha, Martie, Mert, Mertie Lou
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Mertie is considered an old-fashioned name, often associated with vintage charm and nostalgia.
Famous People
Mertie Smith, an American folk artist, Mertie B. McGowan, an American politician
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Mertie"
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 "Mertie"
"Mertie" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1117th of 9107 | 788 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1980th of 9204 | 324 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 5795th of 12526 | 82 |
Regional Popularity of "Mertie" 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 "Mertie" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
95.13% 1347th/1416 |
100.00% 1379th/1379 |
49.66% 1175th/2366 |
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| 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) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Mertie"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Mertie" 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.