Female Name
Mariette
ma.ʁjɛt
Overview
Gender
feminine
Origin
Categories
diminutives
Elder Scrolls characters
ends in -ette
opera singers
Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
77/100
classic140%
formal120%
upper class120%
natural65%
wholesome80%
delicate120%
refined160%
strange80%
complex80%
serious120%
Meaning & Etymology
Mariette is a French diminutive of Marie, often used as a given name. It carries connotations of grace and elegance, reflecting its roots in the name Marie, which is derived from the Hebrew name Miriam, meaning 'beloved' or 'wished-for child.'
Etymology
Original Form:
Marie
Evolution:
Mariette evolved as a diminutive form of Marie in French-speaking regions, adding a suffix to convey endearment or smallness.
Source:
French language diminutive practices