Marketa
m(a)-rke-ta,
mar-keta
US Popularity:12167
Origin:Finnish
Other Origin(s):Greek
Meaning:Pearl
Mother of Pearl, you've found the perfect baby name! This charming moniker is a Finnish name with Ancient Greek roots. In Ancient Greek, this beautiful name stems from margarī́tēs, meaning "pearl," and is a stunning option for a girl. It stems from the word marg, meaning "chicken"—likely due to the similarities in appearance between a chicken egg and a pearl. Pearls are precious gemstones formed by mollusks and are typically used in jewelry worn by women. Crown your most precious jewel with a name as enchanting as they will be.
How Popular Is The Name Marketa?
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2009
#19154
in 2009
+ 314
from 2007
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