Marchetta is of Italian origin, derived from the word 'marchetta', meaning 'small march'. It was originally a nickname given to someone who lived near a main road or market place, as 'march' refers to a marketplace in Italian. Marchetta is also associated with the city of Marchigiana in Italy. The name first gained popularity in the regions of Liguria and Emilia-Romagna before spreading throughout Italy.
"The name Marchetta has seen peaks and valleys in popularity over the years, with notable spikes occurring in 1926 (9 births), 1955 (8 births), and 1963 (7 births). However, it seems to have been more commonly used during the mid-20th century, with several years showing 5 or more births. In total, there were 83 recorded births with the name Marchetta between 1924 and 1991."