Marinette is a unique and captivating given name of French origin, derived from the Occitan word 'marineta,' which means 'little sailor.' This charming moniker gained prominence during the Middle Ages in France and has since been embraced by families across the globe seeking an uncommon yet endearing name for their child.
"The name Marinette had a resurgence in popularity around the late 2010s with a significant increase in births from 6 in 2017 to over 11 per year between 2019 and 2022, peaking at 15 births in both 2021 and 2023. This trend continues the recent upward trajectory, with a total of 80 Marinettes born over these eight years."