Martha
5 synonyms for Martha, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Name — A female first name of Aramaic of biblical origin origin.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
As a name, it comes from Latin Martha, from Ancient Greek Μάρθα (Mártha), from Aramaic מָרְתָא (mārtā, "mistress"), the feminine of מרא (mārā); it is a doublet of Marfa. In the sense "humidity chamber", it comes from the use of Martha Stewart-branded storage closets in the construction of early units.
Full origin of Martha →Frequently asked questions
What does “Martha” mean?
The word “Martha” means a female given name from Aramaic of biblical origin.
How do you pronounce “Martha”?
“Martha” is pronounced MAH-thuh (/ˈmɑɹθə/ in IPA).
What part of speech is “Martha”?
Depending on how it is used, “Martha” can be a name and a noun.
Where does the word “Martha” come from?
The word “Martha” comes from Ancient Greek.
Is “Martha” a common word?
“Martha” is a fairly common word in modern English.
How many meanings does “Martha” have?
“Martha” has 8 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a female given name from Aramaic of biblical origin.
Who was Martha in the Bible?
In the New Testament, Martha is the sister of Lazarus and Mary. Her story is the main reason the name has remained in continuous use as a female given name in the English-speaking world.
Where does the name Martha come from?
Martha is a female given name that comes from Aramaic and is of biblical origin. It is best known as the name of the sister of Lazarus and Mary in the New Testament.
Is Martha a place in the United States?
Yes. Martha is the name of an unincorporated community in Lawrence County, Kentucky, and it is also another name for Hacoda, Alabama.
