Holding steady.
Popularity of Marketta since 1943
Babies named Marketta per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1940s | 6 |
| 1950s | 69 |
| 1960s | 143 |
| 1970s | 181 |
| 1980s | 300 |
| 1990s | 155 |
| 2000s | 11 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Marketta is a rare feminine name with Finnish and Italian roots, first recorded in the United States in 1943. Its peak year was 1985, though it has never been a common choice, with no rank in U.S. data. The name derives from Marcus, meaning 'dedicated to Mars,' and shares heritage with the more familiar Margaret, though it remains distinctly uncommon. Marketta's trajectory has been stable, with sparse usage in states like California and New York, but overall it is a unique cross-cultural option that blends Nordic simplicity with Italian flair.
Marketta is a Finnish and Italian feminine given name, derived from the Latin name Marcus, which is of uncertain etymology but traditionally linked to Mars, the Roman god of war. The name is related to Margaret in some contexts, though etymologically distinct. In Finland, Marketta has been in use since the early 20th century, while in Italy it is a rare form of Marchetta.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Markie, Etta
Sibling names for Marketta
Names that share Marketta's style, for a brother or sister.
