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Marjolein
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Marjolein is considered a Dutch variant of the French name Marjolaine and is a common form along with Marjolijn. The female first name means 'the marjoram'.
What does the name Marjolein mean?
Marjolein is regarded as a Dutch variant of the French Marjolaine. The name means 'the marjoram' and derives from the Old French term majorane, which stands for 'the marjoram'. This plant is native to Cyprus and southern Turkey and was considered a symbol of happiness by the Greeks and Romans.
Where does the name Marjolein come from?
The first name Marjolein has its roots in Old French and means 'the marjoram'.
How do you pronounce Marjolein?
Marjolein is pronounced like 'Mar-jo-lein'.
Popularity
In Germany, Marjolein is a rather rare name. In 2021, it ranked 5,220th on the list of the most common female first names. Its best placement was in 2007 at rank 1,198. In the last ten years, Marjolein has been used as a first name fewer than 10 times, placing it at 8,310th in the ten-year statistics. For the period from 2010 to 2024, it is at rank 8,112.
Nicknames & pet names
Jolein / Lein / Majo / Mar / Marjen / Marjo / Maro
Similar first names
Famous people
- Marjolein Bastin (artist from the Netherlands)
- Marjolein Beumer (actress from the Netherlands)
- Marjolein Buis (Dutch tennis player)
- Marjolein de Jong (volleyball player from the Netherlands)
- Marjolein Kooijman (musician from the Netherlands)
- Robin Marjolein Holzken (model)
Frequently asked questions about the name Marjolein
What does the name Marjolein mean?
Marjolein means 'the marjoram' and has its roots in Old French. The name is common in the Netherlands and in French-speaking regions.
Is Marjolein a commonly used girl's name?
Marjolein is a traditional girl's name that is especially popular in the Netherlands. It may be less known in other cultures.
What nicknames are there for Marjolein?
Common nicknames for Marjolein include Jolein, Lein, Majo, Mar, Marjen, Marjo, and Maro.
How is Marjolein pronounced?
Marjolein is pronounced approximately like 'Mar-jo-lein', with the 'j' sounding like a German 'j'.