Marthe is a French given name of Germanic origin, derived from the Old High German word 'marg'. It means 'pearl', signifying purity and beauty. In France, Marthe was popular during the late 19th to mid-20th century but has since declined in usage. Some notable figures bearing this name include French Resistance heroine Marthe Cnockaert and Belgian surrealist painter Marthe Donas. The name Marthe is often associated with simplicity and elegance, reflecting its origins and meanings.
The name Marthe experienced varying popularity over the years, with peaks in the early 1950s and a noticeable decrease after the 1960s.