Marlita Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationmar-LEE-tah / mɑːrˈliːtəSpanish; Latin
Meaning
Spanish: little sea; Latin: from the sea
Historical & Cultural Background
Marlita is a diminutive form of the name Marla, which is derived from the Latin word 'maria' meaning 'sea'. The name has roots in Spanish-speaking cultures, where diminutives are commonly used to convey affection. It is often used in various Spanish-speaking countries and can reflect a connection to nature.
Similar Names
Variants
- Marla
- Marly
International Variants
- Marlita (Spanish)
Famous people named Marlita
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Fictional characters named Marlita
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Marlita was first seen in the United States in 1936. Marlita has ranked as high as #1131 nationally, which occurred in 1961, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Marlita has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Marlita
No state data available for this year.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1936 | 5 |
| 1937 | 5 |
| 1945 | 6 |
| 1951 | 7 |
| 1952 | 6 |
| 1953 | 5 |
| 1954 | 8 |
| 1955 | 6 |
| 1957 | 7 |
| 1959 | 6 |
| 1960 | 5 |
| 1961 | 12 |
| 1962 | 11 |
| 1963 | 8 |
| 1964 | 6 |
| 1968 | 9 |
| 1971 | 8 |
| 1972 | 7 |
| 1973 | 8 |
| 1974 | 8 |
| 1975 | 9 |
| 1976 | 6 |
| 1978 | 6 |
| 1979 | 7 |
| 1980 | 7 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1984 | 5 |
| 1986 | 5 |
| 1987 | 7 |
| 1989 | 6 |
| 1992 | 6 |