Marit
Girl nameMarit has been given to 800 babies in the U.S. since 1947. It peaked in 2017.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
800
Peak year
2017 (21 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1947
10-year trend
▼ -7%
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Marit — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Marit.
FAQ
How popular is the name Marit?
Marit has been given to 800 babies in the U.S. since 1947. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Marit peak?
Marit peaked in 2017, when 21 babies were given the name.
Is Marit a girl or boy name?
Marit is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Marit are girls).
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