Marietta \m(a)-rietta, mari(et)-ta\ as a girl's name is of French origin. Diminutive of Mary (Latin) "star of the sea" via Marie. Common since the mid 19th century. Philanthropist Marietta Tree.

Marietta has 4 variant forms: Maretta, Mariet, Mariette and Maryetta.

For more information, see also the related name Maria.

Baby names that sound like Marietta are Marita, Martta and Marette.