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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Lady, mistress (variant of Martha)
- Origin
- Aramaic (via Martha)
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- MAR-tuh
Marta is a classic girl's name with a worldly feel, pronounced MAR-tuh. It's a variant of Martha, which comes from Aramaic and means "lady" or "mistress." The name has a timeless, familiar sound that works across languages.
Meaning & Origin of Marta
Meaning: Lady, mistress (variant of Martha).
Origin: Aramaic (via Martha).
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Marta
MAR-tuhIPA /ˈmɑrtə/
Popularity of Marta
Marta peaked in the U.S. at #384 in 1950, when 443 girls were given the name. By 2024 it had slipped to #2123 with 90 babies, so a child named Marta today would be unlikely to share the name with a classmate.
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FAQ
What does the name Marta mean?
Lady, mistress (variant of Martha). (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Marta?
Marta is pronounced MAR-tuh (IPA: /ˈmɑrtə/).
Is Marta a popular name right now?
Marta peaked at #384 in 1950 and is ranked #2123 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1888–2024.)
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