Madge Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationMAJ / /mædʒ/English; Hebrew
Meaning
English: Pearl; Hebrew: Woman of Magdala
Historical & Cultural Background
Madge is often considered a diminutive of the name Margaret, which has been popular in various cultures. The name Margaret itself has roots in Greek, meaning 'pearl.' In Christian tradition, Mary Magdalene, a significant figure in the New Testament, is sometimes referred to as Madge. The name has seen varying levels of popularity over the decades, particularly in the early to mid-20th century.
Trend Summary
Madge has seen a decline in popularity in recent decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Maggie
- Margie
International Variants
- Margarita (Spanish)
- Marguerite (French)
- Margarite (German)
Famous people named Madge
Madge Bellamy was an American actress known for her roles in silent films during the 1920s.
Madge Sinclair was a Jamaican actress recognized for her work in film and television, including her role in 'Coming to America.'.
Madge Evans was an American actress who gained fame in the early 20th century, particularly in silent films.
Madge Titheradge was an English actress known for her performances in early 20th-century theatre.
Fictional characters named Madge
Madge is a character in 'The Hunger Games' series, known for her role as a stylist.
Madge Undersee appears in 'The Hunger Games' as the mayor's daughter and a friend of Katniss Everdeen.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Madge was first seen in the United States in 1880. Madge has ranked as high as #507 nationally, which occurred in 1920, and has been most popular in North Carolina, Kentucky, Ohio, West Virginia, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Madge has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Madge (1962)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| IL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 41 |
| 1881 | 41 |
| 1882 | 41 |
| 1883 | 49 |
| 1884 | 59 |
| 1885 | 55 |
| 1886 | 66 |
| 1887 | 65 |
| 1888 | 77 |
| 1889 | 80 |
| 1890 | 100 |
| 1891 | 78 |
| 1892 | 104 |
| 1893 | 105 |
| 1894 | 115 |
| 1895 | 126 |
| 1896 | 109 |
| 1897 | 125 |
| 1898 | 178 |
| 1899 | 122 |
| 1900 | 184 |
| 1901 | 143 |
| 1902 | 154 |
| 1903 | 146 |
| 1904 | 170 |
| 1905 | 184 |
| 1906 | 169 |
| 1907 | 166 |
| 1908 | 200 |
| 1909 | 180 |
| 1910 | 217 |
| 1911 | 210 |
| 1912 | 234 |
| 1913 | 264 |
| 1914 | 288 |
| 1915 | 378 |
| 1916 | 418 |
| 1917 | 435 |
| 1918 | 463 |
| 1919 | 428 |
| 1920 | 464 |
| 1921 | 428 |
| 1922 | 397 |
| 1923 | 373 |
| 1924 | 379 |
| 1925 | 314 |
| 1926 | 325 |
| 1927 | 273 |
| 1928 | 292 |
| 1929 | 203 |
| 1930 | 209 |
| 1931 | 193 |
| 1932 | 191 |
| 1933 | 174 |
| 1934 | 175 |
| 1935 | 132 |
| 1936 | 125 |
| 1937 | 132 |
| 1938 | 115 |
| 1939 | 107 |
| 1940 | 127 |
| 1941 | 96 |
| 1942 | 96 |
| 1943 | 90 |
| 1944 | 104 |
| 1945 | 66 |
| 1946 | 73 |
| 1947 | 75 |
| 1948 | 87 |
| 1949 | 62 |
| 1950 | 53 |
| 1951 | 57 |
| 1952 | 63 |
| 1953 | 42 |
| 1954 | 54 |
| 1955 | 45 |
| 1956 | 60 |
| 1957 | 44 |
| 1958 | 38 |
| 1959 | 28 |
| 1960 | 37 |
| 1961 | 33 |
| 1962 | 27 |
| 1963 | 25 |
| 1964 | 22 |
| 1965 | 12 |
| 1966 | 16 |
| 1967 | 15 |
| 1968 | 13 |
| 1969 | 17 |
| 1970 | 7 |
| 1971 | 10 |
| 1972 | 10 |
| 1974 | 10 |
| 1975 | 11 |
| 1977 | 5 |
| 1978 | 6 |
| 1979 | 8 |
| 1981 | 8 |
| 1982 | 5 |
| 2016 | 5 |