Mirtha Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationMER-tha / /ˈmɜrθə/Spanish; Hebrew
Meaning
Spanish: 'joy'; Hebrew: 'bitter'
Historical & Cultural Background
Mirtha is a name that has roots in both Spanish and Hebrew cultures. In Spanish-speaking countries, it is often associated with joy and happiness. The Hebrew origin gives it a contrasting meaning, which can reflect a range of emotional experiences. The name has been used in various forms across different cultures.
Similar Names
Variants
- Mirth
- Mirthie
International Variants
- Mirtha (Spanish)
- Mirth (English)
Famous people named Mirtha
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Fictional characters named Mirtha
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Mirtha was first seen in the United States in 1948. Mirtha has ranked as high as #1070 nationally, which occurred in 1972, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Mirtha has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Mirtha (1992)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1948 | 5 |
| 1955 | 7 |
| 1958 | 5 |
| 1959 | 8 |
| 1960 | 5 |
| 1961 | 9 |
| 1962 | 15 |
| 1963 | 15 |
| 1964 | 11 |
| 1965 | 6 |
| 1966 | 11 |
| 1967 | 9 |
| 1968 | 11 |
| 1969 | 16 |
| 1970 | 13 |
| 1971 | 16 |
| 1972 | 21 |
| 1973 | 17 |
| 1974 | 13 |
| 1975 | 15 |
| 1976 | 9 |
| 1977 | 7 |
| 1978 | 7 |
| 1979 | 11 |
| 1980 | 11 |
| 1981 | 13 |
| 1982 | 16 |
| 1983 | 16 |
| 1984 | 5 |
| 1985 | 11 |
| 1986 | 13 |
| 1987 | 12 |
| 1988 | 9 |
| 1989 | 10 |
| 1990 | 18 |
| 1991 | 11 |
| 1992 | 12 |
| 1993 | 9 |
| 1994 | 11 |
| 1995 | 11 |
| 1996 | 11 |
| 1997 | 7 |
| 1998 | 11 |
| 1999 | 5 |
| 2000 | 6 |
| 2001 | 14 |
| 2002 | 10 |
| 2003 | 7 |
| 2004 | 7 |
| 2005 | 6 |
| 2008 | 5 |