Marta Padilla

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Marta Padilla — lady, mistress
43K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
Advertisement

Marta Padilla is a name that combines Greek origins. The first name Marta is a feminine given name of Greek origin. Marta is a female given name derived from the Aramaic name ܡܳܪܬܳܐ (Mârtâ, in Syriac script, מָרְתָא in Hebrew script), which translates as "the lady" in English. It had the male form "Martinus" in Roman culture. It has been described as a cognate of Martha. The name Marta should not be confused with the similar-looking Swedish name Märta, which derives from the Greek name Margaret and means "pearl". The surname Padilla: Multiple people named José Padilla David Padilla (1927–2016), former president of Bolivia José Prudencio Padilla (1784–1828), Colombian military leader Heberto Padilla (1932–2000), Cuban poet Lola Artôt de Padilla (born 1880), French-Spanish soprano Maligiaq Padilla (born 1982), Greenlandic kayaker Carlos Padilla Velásquez (1932–2014), Honduran footballer and manager Aarón Padilla (born 1977), Mexican footballer Ariel López Padilla (born 1962), Mexican actor Ignacio Padilla (1968–2016), Mexican writer Vicente Padilla (born 1977), former Nicaraguan Major League Baseball pitcher Bela Padilla (bo. Marta is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 43K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Marta reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Marta

Meaning: lady, mistress

Greek

Marta is a female given name derived from the Aramaic name ܡܳܪܬܳܐ (Mârtâ, in Syriac script, מָרְתָא in Hebrew script), which translates as "the lady" in English. It had the male form "Martinus" in Roman culture. It has been described as a cognate of Martha. The name Marta should not be confused with the similar-looking Swedish name Märta, which derives from the Greek name Margaret and means "pearl".

Surname: Padilla

Spanish

Multiple people named José Padilla David Padilla (1927–2016), former president of Bolivia José Prudencio Padilla (1784–1828), Colombian military leader Heberto Padilla (1932–2000), Cuban poet Lola Artôt de Padilla (born 1880), French-Spanish soprano Maligiaq Padilla (born 1982), Greenlandic kayaker Carlos Padilla Velásquez (1932–2014), Honduran footballer and manager Aarón Padilla (born 1977), Mexican footballer Ariel López Padilla (born 1962), Mexican actor Ignacio Padilla (1968–2016), Mexican writer Vicente Padilla (born 1977), former Nicaraguan Major League Baseball pitcher Bela Padilla (bo.

Advertisement

Geographic Distribution

The first name Marta is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 50%
United Kingdom 28%
Australia 13%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Marta by decade, based on birth registration data:

1900s
1910s
1920s
1930s
1940s
1950s
1960s
1970s
1980s
1990s
2000s
2010s
2020s
Advertisement

Notable People Named Marta Padilla

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Marta Padilla:

9
Expression Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

4
Soul Urge Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

5
Personality Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Marta?
The first name Marta originates from Greek. Marta is a female given name derived from the Aramaic name ܡܳܪܬܳܐ (Mârtâ, in Syriac script, מָרְתָא in Hebrew script), which translates as "the lady" in English. It had the male form "Martinus" in Roman culture. It has been described as a cognate of Martha. The name Marta should not be confused with the similar-looking Swedish name Märta, which derives from the Greek name Margaret and means "pearl".
When was Marta most popular?
The name Marta reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Padilla?
The surname Padilla originates from Spanish. Multiple people named José Padilla David Padilla (1927–2016), former president of Bolivia José Prudencio Padilla (1784–1828), Colombian military leader Heberto Padilla (1932–2000), Cuban poet Lola Artôt de Padilla (born 1880), French-Spanish soprano Maligiaq Padilla (born 1982), Greenlandic kayaker Carlos Padilla Velásquez (1932–2014), Honduran footballer and manager Aarón Padilla (born 1977), Mexican footballer Ariel López Padilla (born 1962), Mexican actor Ignacio Padilla (1968–2016), Mexican writer Vicente Padilla (born 1977), former Nicaraguan Major League Baseball pitcher Bela Padilla (bo.
What are the origins of the name Marta Padilla?
The name Marta Padilla combines two different traditions: the first name Marta has Greek roots, while the surname Padilla originates from Spanish.
Advertisement