At a glance
- In short
- Mrytle is a feminine name with Latin origins meaning myrtle tree, associated with love and beauty in Greek mythology. It has a soft and elegant sound.
- U.S. rank 2025
- Not in the 2025 data · last seen 1940 (#4,349)
- Babies in 1940
- 5 (<0.01% of girls)
- Peak
- #1,108 in 1886
- First recorded
- 1886
Meaning of Mrytle
Mrytle is a feminine name with origins in multiple cultures. It is derived from the Latin word "myrtus," meaning myrtle tree. The myrtle tree has long been associated with love, beauty, and fertility in ancient Greek mythology. In addition to its mythological associations, Mrytle also has a soft and elegant sound to it. In American English pronunciation, it is pronounced as MER-tl (/ˈmɜrtəl/). Variations of the name include Myrtie. While not as popular in recent years, Mrytle had some popularity in the early 20th century in the United States. It ranked among the top 500 names during that time period, with occasional spikes in popularity. Today, Mrytle is a unique choice that combines classic charm with a touch of nature-inspired beauty.
How to pronounce Mrytle
English
- Pronounced MER-tl /ˈmɜrtəl/
Popularity of Mrytle in the U.S.
Mrytle was last recorded in the U.S. in 1940, ranked #4,349 with 5 babies. It peaked at #1,108 in 1886. It first appears in the records in 1886.
- Rank among U.S. girl names (right scale, #1 at the top)
Year-by-year table, 1886–1940 10 rows
| Year | Babies | Rank | vs previous year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1940 | 5 | 4,349 | back (not recorded in 1924–1939) |
| 1923 | 6 | 4,376 | back (not recorded in 1922) |
| 1921 | 6 | 4,464 | ▼ 66 |
| 1920 | 6 | 4,398 | back (not recorded in 1919) |
| 1918 | 5 | 4,809 | ▼ 1,930 |
| 1917 | 10 | 2,879 | back (not recorded in 1916) |
| 1915 | 6 | 3,795 | back (not recorded in 1913–1914) |
| 1912 | 6 | 2,634 | ▼ 443 |
| 1911 | 6 | 2,191 | back (not recorded in 1887–1910) |
| 1886 | 5 | 1,108 | new |