Find out how popular the first name Marquieta has been for the last 2 years (from 1983 to 1984) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Marquieta by gender

Based on the last 2 years of data, Marquieta is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 1984, there were 7 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Marquieta.

The history of the first name Marquieta

The name Marquieta has its origins in the Spanish language and culture, dating back to the medieval period. It is a feminine form of the Spanish name Marquis, which was derived from the French title "marquis," meaning "marquess" or "lord of the marches."

The name Marquieta was likely first used as a given name in Spain and other Spanish-speaking regions during the Middle Ages. Its roots can be traced back to the Old French word "marchis," which in turn came from the Frankish word "mark," meaning "boundary" or "frontier."

While there are no definitive historical references to the name Marquieta in ancient texts or religious scriptures, it is possible that the name was used in noble families or among the aristocracy in Spain and other parts of Europe during the medieval period.

One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Marquieta comes from the 16th century. Marquieta de Jesús (1549-1635) was a Spanish Roman Catholic nun and mystic who was known for her spiritual writings and her advocacy for the poor and marginalized.

Another notable figure with the name Marquieta was Marquieta de la Cadena (1576-1630), a Mexican-born Spanish nun and mystic who founded the Conceptionist Order in Mexico City. She was known for her piety and her dedication to the education of young women.

In the 19th century, Marquieta de la Portilla (1816-1880) was a Cuban poet and writer who was part of the literary movement known as the "Romantic Generation." Her poetry explored themes of love, nature, and patriotism.

Marquieta Xirgu (1888-1969) was a Spanish theatre actress and director who was renowned for her performances in plays by authors such as Federico García Lorca and Antonio Buero Vallejo. She was also a prominent figure in the Spanish Civil War and was forced into exile during the Franco regime.

Finally, Marquieta Sedillo (1898-1973) was an American educator and civil rights activist from New Mexico. She was a prominent advocate for bilingual education and worked to promote the rights and opportunities of Hispanic Americans in the United States.

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