6 Letter Girl Names

Names Ending in E for Girls

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Names that Peaked in 1882

Girl names that end in ie

<p>Mertie is a feminine name that originated as a diminutive form of Myrtle or Martha. Popular in the late 19th and early 20th centuries in the United States, Mertie has a quaint, vintage charm characteristic of the Victorian era. The name Myrtle comes from the evergreen shrub, which symbolized love and immortality in ancient Greek mythology. Martha, meanwhile, derives from Aramaic meaning 'lady' or 'mistress of the house.' Mertie peaked in popularity around the 1890s-1910s before gradually declining. Today, it's considered a rare vintage name, seldom given to newborns. The name carries a sweet, nostalgic quality that evokes rural Americana and simpler times. For those interested in reviving genuine vintage names rather than modern inventions, Mertie offers authentic historical usage with a gentle, unpretentious sound.</p>

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