Myrtice Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationMER-tiss / /ˈmɜːr.tɪs/English; Greek
Meaning
Greek: myrtle; English: derived from myrtle plant
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Myrtice is derived from the myrtle plant, which has been associated with love and beauty in various cultures. It has roots in Greek mythology, where the myrtle was sacred to Aphrodite, the goddess of love. The name has been used in English-speaking countries, particularly in the early to mid-20th century. Its usage has declined in recent years, making it a less common choice today.
Trend Summary
The name Myrtice has seen a decline in popularity in the United States over the past few decades.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Myrtice was first seen in the United States in 1881. Myrtice has ranked as high as #722 nationally, which occurred in 1918, and has been most popular in Georgia, Alabama, Florida, Mississippi, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Myrtice has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Myrtice (1964)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| GA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1881 | 8 |
| 1883 | 6 |
| 1885 | 6 |
| 1886 | 6 |
| 1887 | 6 |
| 1888 | 5 |
| 1889 | 7 |
| 1890 | 5 |
| 1891 | 8 |
| 1892 | 5 |
| 1893 | 8 |
| 1894 | 12 |
| 1895 | 11 |
| 1896 | 21 |
| 1897 | 21 |
| 1898 | 28 |
| 1899 | 25 |
| 1900 | 21 |
| 1901 | 22 |
| 1902 | 28 |
| 1903 | 17 |
| 1904 | 21 |
| 1905 | 33 |
| 1906 | 26 |
| 1907 | 46 |
| 1908 | 46 |
| 1909 | 43 |
| 1910 | 51 |
| 1911 | 61 |
| 1912 | 59 |
| 1913 | 87 |
| 1914 | 84 |
| 1915 | 112 |
| 1916 | 128 |
| 1917 | 133 |
| 1918 | 152 |
| 1919 | 133 |
| 1920 | 128 |
| 1921 | 144 |
| 1922 | 139 |
| 1923 | 126 |
| 1924 | 149 |
| 1925 | 141 |
| 1926 | 130 |
| 1927 | 127 |
| 1928 | 120 |
| 1929 | 105 |
| 1930 | 74 |
| 1931 | 88 |
| 1932 | 99 |
| 1933 | 77 |
| 1934 | 84 |
| 1935 | 61 |
| 1936 | 66 |
| 1937 | 64 |
| 1938 | 63 |
| 1939 | 70 |
| 1940 | 55 |
| 1941 | 46 |
| 1942 | 53 |
| 1943 | 39 |
| 1944 | 44 |
| 1945 | 33 |
| 1946 | 39 |
| 1947 | 40 |
| 1948 | 39 |
| 1949 | 35 |
| 1950 | 32 |
| 1951 | 36 |
| 1952 | 28 |
| 1953 | 38 |
| 1954 | 21 |
| 1955 | 27 |
| 1956 | 31 |
| 1957 | 13 |
| 1958 | 20 |
| 1959 | 10 |
| 1960 | 16 |
| 1961 | 19 |
| 1962 | 15 |
| 1963 | 16 |
| 1964 | 12 |
| 1965 | 9 |
| 1966 | 5 |
| 1967 | 8 |
| 1970 | 5 |
| 1971 | 7 |
| 1981 | 5 |