Myrtie

Myrtie is a diminutive or pet form of the name Myrtle. The name Myrtle itself comes directly from the English word for the myrtle shrub, which is derived from the Old French 'myrtille' and ultimately from the Latin 'myrtus', which in turn comes from the Greek 'myrtos'. The myrtle plant has been associated with love, beauty, and immortality in various cultures, particularly in ancient Greece where it was sacred to Aphrodite, the goddess of love.

As a given name, Myrtle gained popularity in English-speaking countries, especially in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, as part of a trend of using botanical names for girls. Myrtie emerged as a more informal or affectionate version of Myrtle during this period, often used as a standalone name rather than just a nickname.