Marquita
Marquita is a girl's name of Spanish origin.
Meaning
Marchioness; little mark; dedicated to Mars.
Origin and history
Marquita is an elaborate feminine name derived from the title or rank of a marquise or marchioness, or used as a diminutive of Marcia or Mark. It experienced moderate usage in the United States during the late 20th century, particularly from the 1970s through the 1990s. Today, it is a rare choice for modern newborns in the U.S.
Popularity in the United States
11,011 babies in the United States have been named Marquita since 1880. It ranks #1548 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- IL (11.6 %)
- GA (7.6 %)
- TX (5.7 %)
- FL (5.4 %)
- OH (5.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 10 |
| 1920-1930 | 80 |
| 1930-1940 | 179 |
| 1940-1950 | 352 |
| 1950-1960 | 574 |
| 1960-1970 | 676 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,202 |
| 1980-1990 | 6,258 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,427 |
| 2000-2010 | 212 |
| 2010-2019 | 41 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Nicknames
Markie, Quita, Marq
Fun facts
- The name evolved from the noble title 'marquesa' (marchioness) combined with the Spanish feminine diminutive suffix '-ita'.
- Marquita saw its highest U.S. popularity during the 1980s before gradually declining in frequency.