Martha
girl name#712 in 2025Martha entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #14 in 1882, ranks #712 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#712
rank today
#14
peak (1882)
393
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #17 |
| 1890s | #25 |
| 1900s | #30 |
| 1910s | #26 |
| 1920s | #23 |
| 1930s | #26 |
| 1940s | #30 |
| 1950s | #51 |
| 1960s | #102 |
| 1970s | #159 |
| 1980s | #208 |
| 1990s | #296 |
| 2000s | #496 |
| 2010s | #748 |
| 2020s | #711 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Martha has been most popular in TX, PA, CA.
Living bearers
About 241,000 people named Martha are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Martha alive today was born around 1939, making them about 86 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Martha in 2025?
- Martha ranks #712 among US girl names in 2025, with 393 babies given the name.
- When was the name Martha most popular?
- Martha peaked in 1882, reaching #14 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Martha with classmates?
- Martha will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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