Marietta Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationma-RET-ah / məˈrɛtəLatin; Italian
Meaning
Latin: Little Mary; Italian: Bitter
Historical & Cultural Background
Marietta is a diminutive form of the name Maria, which has roots in Latin and Hebrew. The name has been used in various cultures, particularly in Italy, where it is often associated with affection and endearment. It gained popularity in the 19th century and has been used in literature and music, contributing to its cultural significance.
Trend Summary
Marietta has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable presence in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
Similar Names
Variants
- Mari
- Mary
- Marita
International Variants
- Mariette (French)
- Marita (Spanish)
- Marija (Slavic)
Famous people named Marietta
Marietta Peabody Tree, an American author and social activist known for her work in the field of social justice.
Marietta Sirleaf, a Liberian politician who has contributed to women's rights in her country.
Marietta Roberts, an American artist recognized for her contributions to contemporary art.
Marietta D. McGowan, an American educator and advocate for educational reform.
Fictional characters named Marietta
Marietta from the play 'The Wild Duck' by Henrik Ibsen, who plays a significant role in the unfolding drama.
Marietta from the novel 'The Secret Garden' by Frances Hodgson Burnett, who is a minor character in the story.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Marietta was first seen in the United States in 1880. Marietta has ranked as high as #608 nationally, which occurred in 1921, and has been most popular in New York, Illinois, Pennsylvania, Indiana, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Marietta has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Marietta (2022)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
TX | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1880 | 21 |
1881 | 21 |
1882 | 17 |
1883 | 26 |
1884 | 24 |
1885 | 18 |
1886 | 24 |
1887 | 28 |
1888 | 37 |
1889 | 15 |
1890 | 33 |
1891 | 16 |
1892 | 29 |
1893 | 22 |
1894 | 43 |
1895 | 38 |
1896 | 43 |
1897 | 34 |
1898 | 47 |
1899 | 41 |
1900 | 57 |
1901 | 49 |
1902 | 47 |
1903 | 33 |
1904 | 48 |
1905 | 37 |
1906 | 49 |
1907 | 45 |
1908 | 56 |
1909 | 64 |
1910 | 61 |
1911 | 91 |
1912 | 123 |
1913 | 111 |
1914 | 163 |
1915 | 216 |
1916 | 213 |
1917 | 236 |
1918 | 245 |
1919 | 264 |
1920 | 234 |
1921 | 295 |
1922 | 285 |
1923 | 264 |
1924 | 246 |
1925 | 237 |
1926 | 214 |
1927 | 216 |
1928 | 248 |
1929 | 201 |
1930 | 231 |
1931 | 220 |
1932 | 198 |
1933 | 185 |
1934 | 170 |
1935 | 221 |
1936 | 240 |
1937 | 250 |
1938 | 278 |
1939 | 235 |
1940 | 234 |
1941 | 232 |
1942 | 233 |
1943 | 221 |
1944 | 202 |
1945 | 189 |
1946 | 214 |
1947 | 238 |
1948 | 245 |
1949 | 223 |
1950 | 266 |
1951 | 227 |
1952 | 241 |
1953 | 239 |
1954 | 225 |
1955 | 241 |
1956 | 169 |
1957 | 225 |
1958 | 182 |
1959 | 193 |
1960 | 207 |
1961 | 185 |
1962 | 174 |
1963 | 141 |
1964 | 165 |
1965 | 103 |
1966 | 90 |
1967 | 95 |
1968 | 85 |
1969 | 81 |
1970 | 76 |
1971 | 56 |
1972 | 55 |
1973 | 57 |
1974 | 46 |
1975 | 36 |
1976 | 40 |
1977 | 49 |
1978 | 41 |
1979 | 40 |
1980 | 44 |
1981 | 56 |
1982 | 51 |
1983 | 44 |
1984 | 32 |
1985 | 37 |
1986 | 30 |
1987 | 30 |
1988 | 40 |
1989 | 32 |
1990 | 38 |
1991 | 28 |
1992 | 32 |
1993 | 32 |
1994 | 26 |
1995 | 26 |
1996 | 22 |
1997 | 31 |
1998 | 16 |
1999 | 23 |
2000 | 17 |
2001 | 24 |
2002 | 20 |
2003 | 21 |
2004 | 21 |
2005 | 20 |
2006 | 20 |
2007 | 17 |
2008 | 13 |
2009 | 26 |
2010 | 22 |
2011 | 22 |
2012 | 17 |
2013 | 24 |
2014 | 27 |
2015 | 27 |
2016 | 34 |
2017 | 32 |
2018 | 26 |
2019 | 31 |
2020 | 42 |
2021 | 31 |
2022 | 34 |
2023 | 31 |
2024 | 30 |