Myrtice Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Myrtice originates from the Greek word for myrtle, symbolizing love and beauty. It evolved from the ancient form Myrtis to its current form. The name has historical roots in early 20th-century America, though it remains relatively rare today. There are variants like Myrtle, and it conveys a sense of vintage charm.
The name Myrtice is most popular in Georgia, 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, Myrtice has been stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Myrtice' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 621st out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 880th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2185th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 11241st out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 27321st out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Myrtice' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Myrtice"
Pronunciation
/ˈmɜːrtɪs/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Myrtice is derived from the Greek word 'myrtus,' which means 'myrtle,' a plant often associated with love and beauty in ancient cultures.
Meaning
myrtle
Language Evolution
Myrtis (ancient Greek), Myrtice (modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Myrtice has seen some usage in the early 20th century, particularly in the United States, but it has remained relatively uncommon.
Variants & Derivatives
Myrtle, Myrtice
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Myrtice is considered an uncommon name and may evoke a vintage or classic feel.
Famous People
Myrtice White (an American artist)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Myrtice"
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 "Myrtice"
"Myrtice" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 621st of 9107 | 2,366 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 880th of 9204 | 1,241 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2185th of 12526 | 487 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 11241st of 19264 | 34 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 27321st of 27321 | 5 |
Regional Popularity of "Myrtice" 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 "Myrtice" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
16.53% 391st/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
21.97% 517th/2353 |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
37.85% 1080th/2853 |
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| 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 "Myrtice"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Myrtice" 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.