Mirta Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationMEER-tah / ˈmɪr.təSpanish; Italian
Meaning
Spanish: 'little sea'; Italian: 'of the sea'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Mirta is derived from the Latin word 'myrtus', referring to the myrtle plant, which has historical significance in various cultures. In ancient times, the myrtle was associated with love and fertility, often used in wedding ceremonies. The name has been popular in Spanish-speaking countries and has also found usage in Italy. It reflects a connection to nature and beauty.
Similar Names
Variants
- Myrta
International Variants
- Myrte (Danish)
- Myrta (Italian)
Famous people named Mirta
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Fictional characters named Mirta
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Mirta was first seen in the United States in 1931. Mirta has ranked as high as #1114 nationally, which occurred in 1963, and has been most popular in Texas, New York, California, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Mirta has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Mirta (1997)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1931 | 5 |
| 1935 | 5 |
| 1941 | 5 |
| 1947 | 5 |
| 1948 | 5 |
| 1949 | 5 |
| 1950 | 8 |
| 1951 | 8 |
| 1952 | 13 |
| 1953 | 17 |
| 1954 | 10 |
| 1955 | 17 |
| 1956 | 27 |
| 1957 | 14 |
| 1958 | 26 |
| 1959 | 13 |
| 1960 | 14 |
| 1961 | 29 |
| 1962 | 28 |
| 1963 | 30 |
| 1964 | 24 |
| 1965 | 24 |
| 1966 | 21 |
| 1967 | 26 |
| 1968 | 21 |
| 1969 | 15 |
| 1970 | 21 |
| 1971 | 23 |
| 1972 | 27 |
| 1973 | 26 |
| 1974 | 17 |
| 1975 | 25 |
| 1976 | 18 |
| 1977 | 15 |
| 1978 | 18 |
| 1979 | 16 |
| 1980 | 9 |
| 1981 | 16 |
| 1982 | 12 |
| 1983 | 5 |
| 1984 | 16 |
| 1985 | 14 |
| 1986 | 7 |
| 1987 | 6 |
| 1988 | 6 |
| 1989 | 10 |
| 1990 | 18 |
| 1991 | 20 |
| 1992 | 15 |
| 1993 | 13 |
| 1994 | 5 |
| 1995 | 7 |
| 1997 | 9 |
| 1998 | 6 |
| 1999 | 10 |
| 2000 | 6 |
| 2001 | 9 |
| 2002 | 5 |
| 2004 | 5 |
| 2005 | 5 |
| 2009 | 5 |