Marqueta is of Spanish origin, derived from the word 'marquesa', which means 'marchioness' or ' countess'. It is a feminine given name that has been used in Spain and some Latin American countries. Marqueta was popular during the Middle Ages and Renaissance periods but has since become quite rare. The name has not seen widespread usage outside of its regions of origin.
The name Marqueta saw its peak popularity between 1982 and 1989, with a significant spike in 1983 (28 births) and consistently high numbers throughout the decade, ranging from 10 to 17 births per year. The total number of births with the name Marqueta over this period is 253.