Muriel vs Marietta

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Muriel

Girl #3,168 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"bright sea, shining sea"

Origin: Old Irish muirgeal

British Irish Scottish French

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Girl #4,585 Most Popular 4 Syllables

"wished-for child, beloved"

Origin: Hebrew via Latin

Italian French English American Greek

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Muriel Rank #3,168

Marietta Rank #4,585

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

Is Muriel or Marietta more popular?

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

What do Muriel and Marietta mean?

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

Are Muriel and Marietta boy or girl names?

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