Marietta vs Muriel

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Marietta

Girl #4,585 Most Popular 4 Syllables

"wished-for child, beloved"

Origin: Hebrew via Latin

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Girl #3,168 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"bright sea, shining sea"

Origin: Old Irish muirgeal

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Marietta Rank #4,585

Muriel Rank #3,168

Muriel is more popular, ranked #3168 vs #4585 for Marietta.

Is Marietta or Muriel more popular?

Muriel is more popular, ranked #3168 compared to Marietta at #4585 in the United States.

What do Marietta and Muriel mean?

Marietta means "wished-for child, beloved" (Hebrew via Latin origin). Muriel means "bright sea, shining sea" (Old Irish muirgeal origin).

Are Marietta and Muriel boy or girl names?

Marietta is primarily a girl name. Muriel is primarily a girl name.