Marta
Marta is a Christian girl name of Aramaic, via Latin origin, meaning “Lady, mistress of the house”.
| Meaning | Lady, mistress of the house |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Aramaic, via Latin |
| Pronunciation | MAR-tah |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | Italy, Spain, Poland, Portugal |
Meaning and origin of Marta
Marta is the Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Polish and Scandinavian form of Martha, from the Aramaic marta, 'lady' or 'mistress'. In the Gospels Martha is the sister of Mary and Lazarus of Bethany, remembered for busily serving Jesus while her sister sat listening to him. Her practical nature made her patron of homemakers and cooks. The Brazilian footballer Marta Vieira da Silva, known simply as Marta, is one famous modern bearer.
Is Marta a Christian name?
Marta is a biblical name: Martha of Bethany appears in Luke 10 and John 11, where she declares her faith in Jesus before the raising of Lazarus.
How popular is Marta?
Common across Southern and Eastern Europe, especially in Spain, Italy and Poland.
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Spellings and variants of Marta
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Marta mean?
Marta means 'Lady, mistress of the house'. It is of Aramaic, via Latin origin.
Is Marta a Christian name?
Marta is a biblical name: Martha of Bethany appears in Luke 10 and John 11, where she declares her faith in Jesus before the raising of Lazarus.
How do you pronounce Marta?
Marta is pronounced MAR-tah.
Is Marta a boy or girl name?
Marta is usually a girl name.