The lady; mistress of the house
Derived from the Aramaic word 'marta', meaning lady or mistress. In the New Testament, Martha was the sister of Mary and Lazarus of Bethany, known for her hospitality and industrious nature. It has long been a staple in English-speaking countries, particularly favored by Puritans and later becoming a classic American name.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
First Lady of the United States
Lifestyle mogul and television personality
Influential modern dancer and choreographer
Companion to the Tenth Doctor · Doctor Who
Mother of Bruce Wayne · Batman comics
Adoptive mother of Clark Kent · Superman comics
Lead singer of Martha and the Vandellas
Emmy-winning actress
Renowned war correspondent and novelist
