Marjorie

The first name Marjorie means 'the pearl' and represents a variant of the name Margery. This, in turn, is a medieval form of Margaret, which has evolved from the Old French name Margerie.

What does the name Marjorie mean?

Marjorie means 'the pearl'. It is a variation of the name Margery, which originated as a medieval form of Margaret and traces back to the Old French name Margerie. The spelling Marjorie, which also appears as Marjory, is widespread not only in English but also in the French-speaking world and is found in Germany and the Netherlands.

Where does the name Marjorie come from?

The name Marjorie has its roots as an English variant of Margarete and derives from the Latin word margarita, which means 'pearl'. This, in turn, comes from the Ancient Greek word margarites, which has Persian origins. The Ancient Greek composition margarites means 'pearl', while margarita in Latin also means 'pearl'. Languages in which the name appears include American, English, French, and Scottish.

How do you pronounce Marjorie?

Marjorie sounds three syllables and is characterized by a soft, melodic, and elegant pronunciation. In the German language, the name is usually pronounced as 'Mar-jo-rie' [ˈmaːʁdʒɔri]. The syllables flow harmoniously into one another, creating a clear, friendly sound. The combination of gentle consonants and open vowels gives the name grace, style, and presence. Overall, Marjorie comes across as charming, expressive, and stylish – a name that conveys warmth, elegance, and subtle liveliness.

When is the name day of Marjorie?

The most significant name day for Marjorie is celebrated on July 20th in honor of Saint Margaret of Antioch.

Popularity

In Germany, Marjorie is a rare first name. In 2020, it ranked 4,158th on the list of the most common female first names. The best ranking was achieved in 2016 with 1,954th place. Over the last ten years, Marjorie has been given as a first name about 30 times, placing it at 5,046th in the ten-year statistics. Between 2010 and 2024, it ranks 4,283rd.

Nicknames & pet names

Jorie / Maggie / Majo / Mara / Marge / Marji / Marjo / May / Mayo

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Famous people

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