Matty 2 is a medieval English diminutive of Martha. The name Martha itself derives from the Aramaic marta meaning "the lady, the mistress," the feminine form of mar meaning "master." In the New Testament, Martha of Bethany is known as the sister of Lazarus and Mary, and she was present at Jesus's raising of Lazarus (John 11). The name was not commonly used in England until after the Protestant Reformation, gaining popularity through namesakes like Martha Washington and Martha Stewart.Matty 2 emerged as a Medieval English pet form, comparable to other medieval diminutives such as Mattie and Martie. The variant "Matty" itself appears in various forms, including Patsy and Patti, common across multiple languages.Meaning: "The lady, the mistress"Origin: Aramaic, via Greek and LatinType: Diminutive of MarthaUsage: Medieval English