Marietta

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Marietta Pronunciation

Marietta is pronounced mair-ee-ET-ah /ˌmɛr.iˈɛt.ɑ/Medium

Meaning: Italian diminutive of Maria — 'little Mary' (Maria from Hebrew Miryam, 'beloved/bitter/wished-for child')Medium

In 30 seconds: Little Mary, lovingly: Marietta is the Italian diminutive of Maria — sweet, ornate, and warm. Vintage charm with a melodic lilt.

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Origin HighHebrew, Italian

MeaningItalian diminutive of Maria — 'little Mary' (Maria from Hebrew Miryam, 'beloved/bitter/wished-for child')

U.S. rank (2024)#4608 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births30 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year1921

Total births (all-time)≈ 15,013

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Marietta is an Italian diminutive of Maria — 'little Mary' — from Hebrew Miryam, variously 'beloved', 'bitter', or 'wished-for child'. A sweet, ornate, melodic name (and a place-name in the U.S.).

In the U.S. it appears in Italian families. Rare, little-Mary at the root, and ornate.

Did you know? Marietta is the Italian 'little Mary' — from Maria (Hebrew Miryam, 'beloved') — a sweet, ornate diminutive (and several American towns bear it).

Overall data confidence 82%

Behind the Name — Marietta — root etymology

Variations

MariaMarietteMarietа

Nicknames

MariEtta

Themes & Styles

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If you like Marietta…

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Marisa— a companion Mari- name

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Marietta?

Marietta is pronounced mair-ee-ET-ah (/ˌmɛr.iˈɛt.ɑ/). Press play above to hear Marietta said aloud.

How do you say Marietta?

Marietta is said mair-ee-ET-ah (/ˌmɛr.iˈɛt.ɑ/). Press play above to hear Marietta said aloud.

What does the name Marietta mean?

Marietta is the Italian diminutive of Maria — 'little Mary'.

Is Marietta a boy or girl name?

Marietta is a girl's name.

How popular is Marietta?

Marietta is a rare name in the U.S.