Morty is of Latin origin and means 'death'. It is a diminutive form of the Latin name Mortimer, which was once quite popular among nobility in England during medieval times. Morty as a standalone given name is less common, but it has been used occasionally throughout history. Notable individuals with the name Morty include Morty Gunshannon, an American football player, and Morty Schapiro, the president of Northwestern University.
Morty had a fluctuating popularity during the 20th century with its peak years being 1929 and 1932.