Marth
Aramaic · Girl · 1 syllable
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About the name Marth
Marth is a shortened form of Martha, which derives from the Aramaic name Marta meaning "lady" or "mistress." The name has roots in ancient Semitic languages and carries connotations of authority and nobility.
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Etymology
Marth is a shortened form of Martha, which derives from the Aramaic name Marta meaning "lady" or "mistress." The name has roots in ancient Semitic languages and carries connotations of authority and nobility.
The name is primarily used in Christian cultures and religions, particularly due to Saint Martha of Bethany in the New Testament, who became venerated in Christian tradition as a symbol of service and domesticity.
Marth currently ranks #8,814 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1939.
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