Marit Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: MAH-rit //ˈmɑːrɪt//
Origin: Dutch; Scandinavian
Meaning: Sea; Bitter
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Marit has its roots in the Hebrew name Miriam, which is believed to mean "sea of bitterness" or "wished-for child." This name was adopted into Greek as Maria and subsequently into Latin as Maria, which became widely used in various forms across Europe. The transition into Old French saw the name evolve into Marie, which then influenced the development of Marit in Scandinavian languages, particularly in Norway and Sweden, where it is often considered a diminutive or variant of the name Maria.
Historically, the name Marit has been associated with significant figures and events. One notable biblical figure is Miriam, the sister of Moses, who played a crucial role in the Exodus narrative.
The name Maria, derived from Miriam, has been borne by numerous saints throughout Christian history, including Saint Mary, the mother of Jesus, whose veneration has been a central aspect of Christian tradition since the early centuries of the Church. The name's prominence was further solidified through major texts, such as the Latin Vulgate and later translations of the Bible, which helped disseminate the name across different cultures and languages.
Culturally, Marit carries connotations of strength and resilience, reflective of its biblical origins. In Scandinavian folklore and tradition, names derived from Maria are often associated with purity and motherhood, reinforcing their significance in family and social structures.
The name Marit, while primarily used in Nordic contexts, embodies a rich tapestry of historical and cultural meanings, linking it to both ancient narratives and enduring traditions. This connection to heritage and identity has contributed to its lasting presence in various forms throughout history.
Famous people named Marit
In this section, you will find notable people named Marit. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Marit who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
We also feature individuals named Marit who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.
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Marit Bjorgen is a cross-country skier best known for multiple Olympic medals, World Championship titles, and being one of the most successful female cross-country skiers in history.
Marit Larsen is a singer-songwriter best known for her work with the duo M2M and her solo album Under the Surface.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Marit was first seen in the United States in 1947.
Marit has ranked as high as #9960 nationally, which occurred in 2017, and has been most popular in Minnesota, and New York.
In the past 5 years the name Marit has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Marit is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Marit was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Marit.
| Year | Total Births | Girl |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 14 | 14 |
| 2024 | 10 | 10 |
| 2023 | 9 | 9 |
| 2022 | 6 | 6 |
| 2021 | 15 | 15 |
| 2020 | 14 | 14 |
| 2019 | 18 | 18 |
| 2018 | 11 | 11 |
| 2017 | 21 | 21 |
| 2016 | 15 | 15 |
| 2015 | 15 | 15 |
| 2014 | 20 | 20 |
| 2013 | 17 | 17 |
| 2012 | 14 | 14 |
| 2011 | 11 | 11 |
| 2010 | 9 | 9 |
| 2009 | 7 | 7 |
| 2008 | 15 | 15 |
| 2007 | 12 | 12 |
| 2006 | 13 | 13 |
| 2005 | 7 | 7 |
| 2004 | 15 | 15 |
| 2003 | 18 | 18 |
| 2002 | 9 | 9 |
| 2001 | 10 | 10 |
| 2000 | 5 | 5 |
| 1999 | 8 | 8 |
| 1998 | 11 | 11 |
| 1997 | 12 | 12 |
| 1996 | 12 | 12 |
| 1995 | 15 | 15 |
| 1994 | 8 | 8 |
| 1993 | 8 | 8 |
| 1992 | 13 | 13 |
| 1991 | 14 | 14 |
| 1990 | 9 | 9 |
| 1989 | 10 | 10 |
| 1988 | 11 | 11 |
| 1987 | 12 | 12 |
| 1986 | 9 | 9 |
| 1985 | 10 | 10 |
| 1984 | 14 | 14 |
| 1983 | 15 | 15 |
| 1982 | 15 | 15 |
| 1981 | 15 | 15 |
| 1980 | 9 | 9 |
| 1979 | 12 | 12 |
| 1978 | 9 | 9 |
| 1977 | 17 | 17 |
| 1976 | 5 | 5 |
| 1975 | 9 | 9 |
| 1974 | 9 | 9 |
| 1973 | 10 | 10 |
| 1972 | 12 | 12 |
| 1971 | 8 | 8 |
| 1970 | 11 | 11 |
| 1969 | 13 | 13 |
| 1968 | 8 | 8 |
| 1967 | 16 | 16 |
| 1966 | 12 | 12 |
| 1965 | 12 | 12 |
| 1964 | 16 | 16 |
| 1963 | 8 | 8 |
| 1961 | 5 | 5 |
| 1960 | 11 | 11 |
| 1959 | 5 | 5 |
| 1956 | 5 | 5 |
| 1954 | 8 | 8 |
| 1950 | 7 | 7 |
| 1948 | 6 | 6 |
| 1947 | 6 | 6 |
Top States for Marit (2014)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| MN | 8 |