Holding steady.
Popularity of Mirta since 1931
Babies named Mirta per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1963, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Mirta's real moment was 1973.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1930s | 10 |
| 1940s | 20 |
| 1950s | 153 |
| 1960s | 232 |
| 1970s | 206 |
| 1980s | 101 |
| 1990s | 103 |
| 2000s | 35 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Mirta is a name with uncertain origins, likely a variant of Myrta or Myrtle, the aromatic shrub with mythological associations. In the United States, it first appeared in Social Security records in 1931, but it never achieved widespread popularity. Its peak usage was in 1973, and since then its use has remained relatively stable but rare. The name is more common in Spanish-speaking countries and Croatia, where it is often given as a short form of names like Mirta or a variant of Myrta. In recent years, Mirta has seen little usage in the U.S., with no recorded births in some years. The top five states where Mirta has been most frequently given are not available due to its rarity, but it appears sporadically across the country. Overall, Mirta remains a distinctive choice, cherished by families seeking a name with a soft sound and a touch of botanical history.
Mirta is a name used in Spanish-speaking countries and Croatia, often considered a variant of Myrta or Myrtle. The myrtle plant has been a symbol of love and beauty since ancient times, associated with the goddess Aphrodite in Greek mythology. The name entered use in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, possibly influenced by literary or botanical trends. In the United States, Mirta first appeared in records in 1931, peaking in the 1970s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Miri, Mirta
Sibling names for Mirta
Names that share Mirta's style, for a brother or sister.
