Merta
Girl nameMerta has been given to 15 babies in the U.S. since 1883. It peaked in 1883.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
15
Peak year
1883 (5 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1883
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Merta — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Merta.
Sibling name ideas for Merta
Same era and popularity as Merta, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Merta?
Merta has been given to 15 babies in the U.S. since 1883. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Merta peak?
Merta peaked in 1883, when 5 babies were given the name.
Is Merta a girl or boy name?
Merta is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Merta are girls).
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