Myrtle Mattison

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Myrtle Mattison — French
121K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Myrtle Mattison is a name that combines French origins. The first name Myrtle is a feminine given name of French origin. Myrtle is a feminine given name or nickname derived from the plant name Myrtus; it was popular during the Victorian era, along with other plant and flower names. Myrtle, a symbol of a happy marriage, is often included in a bridal bouquet. Variants include the French-language Myrtille, and Mirtel, a popular name for newborn girls in Estonia during 2012. The surname Mattison: Alexander Mattison (born 1998), American football player Alice Mattison, American novelist and short story writer Andrew Mattison (1948–2005), medical psychologist and researcher Bryan Mattison (born 1984), American football guard Donald Mattison (1905–1975), American artist Greg Mattison (born 1949), American football coach Harry Mattison (born 1948), American photographer Jenna Mattison (born 1976), American actress, screenwriter and producer Landy Mattison (born 1983), American soccer defender Mike Mattison, American musician and the lead vocalist of The Derek Trucks Band Tyler Mattison (bo. Myrtle is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 121K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Myrtle reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Myrtle

French

Myrtle is a feminine given name or nickname derived from the plant name Myrtus; it was popular during the Victorian era, along with other plant and flower names. Myrtle, a symbol of a happy marriage, is often included in a bridal bouquet. Variants include the French-language Myrtille, and Mirtel, a popular name for newborn girls in Estonia during 2012.

Surname: Mattison

English

Alexander Mattison (born 1998), American football player Alice Mattison, American novelist and short story writer Andrew Mattison (1948–2005), medical psychologist and researcher Bryan Mattison (born 1984), American football guard Donald Mattison (1905–1975), American artist Greg Mattison (born 1949), American football coach Harry Mattison (born 1948), American photographer Jenna Mattison (born 1976), American actress, screenwriter and producer Landy Mattison (born 1983), American soccer defender Mike Mattison, American musician and the lead vocalist of The Derek Trucks Band Tyler Mattison (bo.

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Geographic Distribution

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

United States 52%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

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

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Numerology

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

6
Expression Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

3
Soul Urge Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

3
Personality Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

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 Myrtle?
The first name Myrtle originates from French. Myrtle is a feminine given name or nickname derived from the plant name Myrtus; it was popular during the Victorian era, along with other plant and flower names. Myrtle, a symbol of a happy marriage, is often included in a bridal bouquet. Variants include the French-language Myrtille, and Mirtel, a popular name for newborn girls in Estonia during 2012.
When was Myrtle most popular?
The name Myrtle reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Mattison?
The surname Mattison originates from English. Alexander Mattison (born 1998), American football player Alice Mattison, American novelist and short story writer Andrew Mattison (1948–2005), medical psychologist and researcher Bryan Mattison (born 1984), American football guard Donald Mattison (1905–1975), American artist Greg Mattison (born 1949), American football coach Harry Mattison (born 1948), American photographer Jenna Mattison (born 1976), American actress, screenwriter and producer Landy Mattison (born 1983), American soccer defender Mike Mattison, American musician and the lead vocalist of The Derek Trucks Band Tyler Mattison (bo.
What are the origins of the name Myrtle Mattison?
The name Myrtle Mattison combines two different traditions: the first name Myrtle has French roots, while the surname Mattison originates from English.
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