Marketta Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: mar-KET-ah /mɑːrˈkɛtə/
Origin: Slavic; Finnish
Meaning: Slavic: little market; Finnish: derived from 'markka', meaning 'money'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Marketta has its roots in the Latin name "Martinus," which is derived from the Roman god Mars, the deity of war. The name evolved through various linguistic stages, transitioning from Latin to Old French as "Martine" and later to the Italian form "Margherita," which is associated with the word for "daisy." The name Marketta likely emerged as a diminutive or variant of these forms, particularly in Slavic regions, where it became more prevalent.
The transition into English occurred through cultural exchanges, particularly during the medieval period when names were often adapted from various European languages. Historically, the name Marketta can be linked to significant figures and events.
In the Christian tradition, Saint Martin of Tours, who lived in the 4th century, played a crucial role in popularizing names derived from Martinus. His feast day on November 11 has been celebrated in various cultures, further embedding the name's significance in Christian communities.
The name also appears in various historical texts and documents, reflecting its use across different regions and cultures over the centuries. Culturally, names derived from Martin have often been associated with qualities such as strength and valor, reflecting the martial heritage of its etymological roots.
The name Marketta may carry similar connotations, embodying a sense of resilience and determination. Additionally, the diminutive forms such as "Marta" or "Martina" have been used in various cultures, showcasing the name's adaptability and enduring nature.
Overall, Marketta represents a blend of historical significance and cultural resonance, rooted in its ancient origins.
Famous people named Marketta
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Marketta Irglova is a musician and actress best known for Once, The Swell Season, and her Academy Award for Best Original Song.
Sibling suggestions
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Marketta was first seen in the United States in 1943.
Marketta has ranked as high as #3516 nationally, which occurred in 1985, and has been most popular in Illinois, Ohio, Michigan, and Mississippi.
In the past 5 years the name Marketta has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Marketta 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 Marketta 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 Marketta.
| Year | Total Births | Girl |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 6 | 6 |
| 2004 | 5 | 5 |
| 1999 | 8 | 8 |
| 1998 | 10 | 10 |
| 1997 | 8 | 8 |
| 1996 | 8 | 8 |
| 1995 | 5 | 5 |
| 1994 | 15 | 15 |
| 1993 | 25 | 25 |
| 1992 | 24 | 24 |
| 1991 | 25 | 25 |
| 1990 | 27 | 27 |
| 1989 | 19 | 19 |
| 1988 | 27 | 27 |
| 1987 | 39 | 39 |
| 1986 | 28 | 28 |
| 1985 | 46 | 46 |
| 1984 | 34 | 34 |
| 1983 | 39 | 39 |
| 1982 | 20 | 20 |
| 1981 | 19 | 19 |
| 1980 | 29 | 29 |
| 1979 | 24 | 24 |
| 1978 | 22 | 22 |
| 1977 | 25 | 25 |
| 1976 | 17 | 17 |
| 1975 | 19 | 19 |
| 1974 | 12 | 12 |
| 1973 | 15 | 15 |
| 1972 | 17 | 17 |
| 1971 | 14 | 14 |
| 1970 | 16 | 16 |
| 1969 | 18 | 18 |
| 1968 | 12 | 12 |
| 1967 | 17 | 17 |
| 1966 | 10 | 10 |
| 1965 | 15 | 15 |
| 1964 | 16 | 16 |
| 1963 | 15 | 15 |
| 1962 | 12 | 12 |
| 1961 | 16 | 16 |
| 1960 | 12 | 12 |
| 1959 | 6 | 6 |
| 1958 | 12 | 12 |
| 1957 | 13 | 13 |
| 1955 | 7 | 7 |
| 1954 | 9 | 9 |
| 1953 | 6 | 6 |
| 1952 | 11 | 11 |
| 1951 | 5 | 5 |
| 1943 | 6 | 6 |
Top States for Marketta (1991)
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 |
|---|---|---|
| MI | 5 |