Majorie Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationMAH-jo-ree / ˈmædʒəriLatin; English
Meaning
Latin: Pearl; English: Variant of Margaret
Historical & Cultural Background
Majorie is derived from the Latin name 'Margarita,' which means 'pearl.' The name has been used in various forms across different cultures, particularly in English-speaking countries. It gained popularity in the early 20th century and has seen variations in spelling and pronunciation. The name is often associated with qualities of beauty and rarity, similar to the precious gemstone.
Trend Summary
Majorie has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable decline in usage since the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Marjorie
- Marge
- Margee
International Variants
- Margarita (Spanish)
- Margarite (French)
- Margarita (Italian)
Famous people named Majorie
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Fictional characters named Majorie
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Majorie was first seen in the United States in 1900. Majorie has ranked as high as #848 nationally, which occurred in 1922, and has been most popular in New York, Georgia, Tennessee, Pennsylvania, and Louisiana. In the past 5 years the name Majorie has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Majorie (1988)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1900 | 5 |
| 1905 | 5 |
| 1906 | 8 |
| 1907 | 6 |
| 1908 | 9 |
| 1909 | 7 |
| 1910 | 7 |
| 1911 | 10 |
| 1912 | 15 |
| 1913 | 14 |
| 1914 | 16 |
| 1915 | 24 |
| 1916 | 17 |
| 1917 | 38 |
| 1918 | 30 |
| 1919 | 46 |
| 1920 | 39 |
| 1921 | 45 |
| 1922 | 48 |
| 1923 | 39 |
| 1924 | 31 |
| 1925 | 43 |
| 1926 | 37 |
| 1927 | 26 |
| 1928 | 35 |
| 1929 | 21 |
| 1930 | 21 |
| 1931 | 37 |
| 1932 | 23 |
| 1933 | 18 |
| 1934 | 17 |
| 1935 | 15 |
| 1936 | 21 |
| 1937 | 11 |
| 1938 | 6 |
| 1939 | 11 |
| 1940 | 15 |
| 1941 | 15 |
| 1942 | 16 |
| 1943 | 14 |
| 1944 | 9 |
| 1945 | 8 |
| 1946 | 15 |
| 1947 | 12 |
| 1948 | 11 |
| 1949 | 12 |
| 1950 | 11 |
| 1951 | 13 |
| 1952 | 10 |
| 1953 | 8 |
| 1954 | 8 |
| 1955 | 13 |
| 1956 | 10 |
| 1957 | 13 |
| 1958 | 5 |
| 1959 | 7 |
| 1960 | 7 |
| 1961 | 7 |
| 1962 | 6 |
| 1963 | 13 |
| 1964 | 13 |
| 1965 | 20 |
| 1966 | 13 |
| 1967 | 10 |
| 1968 | 5 |
| 1969 | 8 |
| 1970 | 10 |
| 1971 | 6 |
| 1972 | 12 |
| 1973 | 6 |
| 1974 | 10 |
| 1975 | 7 |
| 1977 | 5 |
| 1978 | 7 |
| 1979 | 8 |
| 1980 | 10 |
| 1981 | 7 |
| 1983 | 6 |
| 1984 | 8 |
| 1985 | 8 |
| 1986 | 7 |
| 1987 | 7 |
| 1988 | 11 |
| 1989 | 9 |
| 1990 | 8 |
| 1991 | 7 |
| 1992 | 7 |
| 1993 | 10 |
| 1994 | 5 |
| 1998 | 5 |
| 2010 | 6 |
| 2014 | 6 |
| 2015 | 9 |
| 2018 | 5 |
| 2019 | 7 |
| 2024 | 6 |