Declining since 1985, #9,457 for girls today.
Popularity of Marti since 1936
Babies named Marti per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1930s | 18 | 0 |
| 1940s | 256 | 0 |
| 1950s | 801 | 63 |
| 1960s | 1,145 | 108 |
| 1970s | 943 | 30 |
| 1980s | 449 | 10 |
| 1990s | 331 | 0 |
| 2000s | 200 | 5 |
| 2010s | 125 | 5 |
| 2020s | 53 | 17 |
Meaning & origin
Marti is a name that enjoyed its heyday in the mid-20th century, particularly during the 1960s. First recorded in the United States in 1936, it saw a steady rise in use, peaking in 1969. Since 1985, however, its popularity has been declining, reflecting a broader shift away from short, nickname-style names for girls. By 2025, it ranked 9,457th, a quiet presence compared to its peak. Despite its diminutive form, Marti has stood as an independent given name for decades, a choice that carries a touch of retro charm. The name did not concentrate in any particular state among top rankings, suggesting a broad but shallow distribution across the country.
Marti is a modern English diminutive or variant of Martina (the feminine form of Martin, from Latin Martinus, derived from Mars, the Roman god of war) or Martha (from Aramaic 'lady, mistress'). It emerged as an independent given name in the early 20th century, particularly in the United States, where it was most popular during the 1960s.
“Marti” around the world
Where Marti lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
10
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Marti
Names that share Marti's style, for a brother or sister.
