Maartje
Dutch · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Maartje
Maartje is a Dutch diminutive form of Martha, derived from the Aramaic name Marta meaning "lady" or "mistress." The name is predominantly used in Dutch and Flemish cultures, with historical prominence in the Netherlands and Belgium, particularly within Christian traditions due to Saint Martha's veneration.
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Etymology
Maartje is a Dutch diminutive form of Martha, derived from the Aramaic name Marta meaning "lady" or "mistress." The name is predominantly used in Dutch and Flemish cultures, with historical prominence in the Netherlands and Belgium, particularly within Christian traditions due to Saint Martha's veneration.
Maartje currently ranks #78 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1980.
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