Marit: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A pearl of the sea, lustrous and strong.
- Origin
- Norwegian
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #7731
- Peak
- #3277 in 1967
Trend: Falling, easing off its high over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Marit Means
Marit is a girl name of Norwegian origin. A pearl of the sea, lustrous and strong.
How Popular Marit Is
Marit currently ranks #7731 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #3277 in 1967. It has been easing off its high.
Good to Know About Marit
- Marit is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.
- Part of the beloved nature-name trend.
Names Like Marit
Other Norwegian names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Marit
Norwegian names that pair well as a brother or sister to Marit.
Questions About Marit
What does Marit mean?
Marit is a girl name of Norwegian origin. A pearl of the sea, lustrous and strong.
How popular is Marit?
Marit currently ranks #7731 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #3277 in 1967. It has been easing off its high.
Where does Marit come from?
Marit comes from Norwegian roots. Marit is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.
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