Morticia Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationmor-TISH-uh / /mɔːrˈtɪʃə/Latin; English
Meaning
Latin: death; English: derived from Morticia Addams
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Morticia is derived from the Latin word 'mors,' meaning death. It gained popularity in the 20th century through the character Morticia Addams from the comic strip and television series 'The Addams Family.' The character is often associated with gothic aesthetics and dark humor, contributing to the name's unique cultural significance.
Trend Summary
The name Morticia has remained relatively uncommon in the United States, with occasional spikes in interest due to pop culture references.
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Fictional characters named Morticia
Morticia Addams is a central character in 'The Addams Family,' known for her elegant and macabre personality.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Morticia was first seen in the United States in 1965. Morticia has ranked as high as #1338 nationally, which occurred in 2020, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Morticia has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1965 | 9 |
| 1966 | 7 |
| 1968 | 5 |
| 1971 | 11 |
| 1973 | 5 |
| 1982 | 5 |
| 2014 | 5 |
| 2017 | 7 |
| 2020 | 18 |
| 2021 | 10 |
| 2022 | 13 |
| 2023 | 6 |
| 2024 | 11 |