Marta Zabel

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Marta Zabel — lady, mistress
43K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Marta Zabel 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 Zabel: Zabel is the surname of the following people: Bryce Zabel (born 1954), American television producer, director, writer and actor Carl Zabel (1837–?), American merchant and manufacturer David Zabel, American television producer and writer Erik Zabel (born 1970), German road bicycle racer, father of Rick Grey Zabel (born 2002), American football player Hermann Zabel (1832–1912), German botanist Igor Zabel (1958–2005), Slovene art historian, curator, writer and essayist Jim Zabel (1921–2013), American sports broadcaster Joe Zabel (born 1953), American comic book artist Mark Zabel (born 1973), Germ. 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: Zabel

English

Zabel is the surname of the following people: Bryce Zabel (born 1954), American television producer, director, writer and actor Carl Zabel (1837–?), American merchant and manufacturer David Zabel, American television producer and writer Erik Zabel (born 1970), German road bicycle racer, father of Rick Grey Zabel (born 2002), American football player Hermann Zabel (1832–1912), German botanist Igor Zabel (1958–2005), Slovene art historian, curator, writer and essayist Jim Zabel (1921–2013), American sports broadcaster Joe Zabel (born 1953), American comic book artist Mark Zabel (born 1973), Germ.

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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:

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Notable People Named Marta Zabel

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 Zabel:

9
Expression Number

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

8
Soul Urge Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

1
Personality Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

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 Zabel?
The surname Zabel originates from English. Zabel is the surname of the following people: Bryce Zabel (born 1954), American television producer, director, writer and actor Carl Zabel (1837–?), American merchant and manufacturer David Zabel, American television producer and writer Erik Zabel (born 1970), German road bicycle racer, father of Rick Grey Zabel (born 2002), American football player Hermann Zabel (1832–1912), German botanist Igor Zabel (1958–2005), Slovene art historian, curator, writer and essayist Jim Zabel (1921–2013), American sports broadcaster Joe Zabel (born 1953), American comic book artist Mark Zabel (born 1973), Germ.
What are the origins of the name Marta Zabel?
The name Marta Zabel combines two different traditions: the first name Marta has Greek roots, while the surname Zabel originates from English.
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