Maetta

“Variant of the name 'Martha', meaning 'lady' or 'mistress'.”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#1914US 2023

286Births / yr

→Stable

26All-time births

📅 Since 191900

How to pronounce Maetta

MAH·ET·uh

/ˈmɑ.ˈɛt.ə/ · stress on MAH · 3 syllables

“Variant of the name 'Martha', meaning 'lady' or 'mistress'.”

American origin · Girl name

What does Maetta mean and where does it come from?

Maetta is a variant of the name Martha, which has Hebrew origins, spelled as 'מרתא'. The name typically means 'lady' or 'mistress' and has biblical connections, representing a female figure of strength and dignity. The name Maetta can often be found in the southern United States and has seen a modes

Cultural significance

Maetta has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of variant of the name 'martha', meaning 'lady' or 'mistress'..

Peak popularity

Reached #4775 in 1919 — currently #1914 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Maetta?

Maetta works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Maetta Grace

How popular is Maetta right now?

Holding steady — currently #1914 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1925–2023#1914 · Top 1.4%

1925

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1914	286	▲ up 5 · +8% births
2022	#1919	266	▲ up 5 · +13% births
2021	#1924	236	▲ up 3564 · +4620% births
1925	#5488	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Maetta

Best Year2023Rank #1914

Peak Count286

Average Rank#2811

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range1925 - 20234 years

The story of Maetta

Maetta entered American naming records in 1919 and has been in use for over 105 years. With 26 total births recorded, Maetta remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #5488 in 1925 to #1914 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Maetta in 1919:

Mary Helen Dorothy Margaret Ruth

Maetta by decade

Maetta peaked in the 1910s. See all 1910s names →

Decade	Births
1910s	6
1920s ★	15
1940s	5

💎Maetta has only 26 total recorded births since 1919 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Maetta?

Common

MaeMaieMayEtta

What names sound and feel like Maetta?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Maetta also consider these

Maeta

Australia · gift of the

Manetta

Italy · A diminutive form

American · a variation of

Marzetta

American · a diminutive of

Common questions about the name Maetta

What does the name Maetta mean?

Maetta means "Variant of the name 'Martha', meaning 'lady' or 'mistress'." — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Maetta?

Maetta is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Maetta?

Maetta originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Maetta?

Maetta is a three-syllable name pronounced M AA1 EH1 T AH0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Maetta?

Maetta pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar American heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.