Marta
Marta is a girl's name of Aramaic origin.
Meaning
Lady or mistress of the house.
Origin and history
Marta is a feminine given name of Aramaic origin, derived from Martha meaning 'lady' or 'mistress'. It is widely used across various European languages including Spanish, Italian, Slavic, and Scandinavian languages. In the United States, it has enjoyed steady usage over the decades as a classic international variant of Martha.
Popularity in the United States
17,535 babies in the United States have been named Marta since 1880. It ranks #1152 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1646.
States where it is most popular
- CA (24.7 %)
- TX (22.8 %)
- NY (12.9 %)
- IL (6.6 %)
- FL (3.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 5 |
| 1890-1900 | 6 |
| 1900-1910 | 54 |
| 1910-1920 | 206 |
| 1920-1930 | 335 |
| 1930-1940 | 560 |
| 1940-1950 | 1,212 |
| 1950-1960 | 4,163 |
| 1960-1970 | 3,417 |
| 1970-1980 | 2,378 |
| 1980-1990 | 1,819 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,384 |
| 2000-2010 | 904 |
| 2010-2019 | 637 |
| 2020-2029 | 455 |
Famous people named Marta
- Marta Vieira da Silva: Athlete, Soccer Player
- Marta Kauffman: Writer, Producer
- Marta Domínguez: Athlete, Runner
Nicknames
Martita
Fun facts
- Marta is the direct equivalent of Martha in many continental European languages, derived from the Aramaic word mārthā.
- Because of its brevity and international appeal, Marta is widely recognized across Europe, Latin America, and North America.