Margerie Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: MAR-jer-ee //ˈmɑːrdʒəri//
Origin: French; Latin
Meaning: Pearl (Latin); a variant of Margaret (French)
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Margerie has its roots in the Greek name Margaritēs, which means 'pearl.' This name was derived from the Greek word 'margaritēs,' which also translates to 'pearl.' The name was adopted into Latin as 'Margarita,' and from there it made its way into Old French as 'Margerie.' The transition into English occurred during the Middle Ages, when the name began to be used more widely in various forms, including Margery and Marjory, reflecting the linguistic influences of the time. Historically, the name Margerie has been associated with several notable figures.
One of the most significant was Saint Margery of Scotland, who lived in the 11th century and was known for her piety and charitable works. Her canonization in the 13th century contributed to the name's popularity in medieval Christian contexts.
Additionally, the name appears in literary works, such as Geoffrey Chaucer's 'The Canterbury Tales' in the 14th century, where the character Margery is depicted, further embedding the name in the cultural consciousness of the time. Culturally, the name Margerie has been associated with themes of purity and value, akin to the symbolism of pearls.
This connection to preciousness and beauty has allowed the name to endure through centuries, often being linked to qualities of grace and virtue. The diminutive forms, such as Margie, have also emerged, reflecting the affectionate and familiar usage of the name in various contexts.
Overall, Margerie's historical and cultural significance has ensured its place in the tapestry of names throughout history.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Margerie was first seen in the United States in 1914.
Margerie has ranked as high as #5158 nationally, which occurred in 1921, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Margerie has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Margerie is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Margerie was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Margerie.
| Year | Total Births | Girl |
|---|---|---|
| 1947 | 5 | 5 |
| 1942 | 6 | 6 |
| 1939 | 5 | 5 |
| 1935 | 5 | 5 |
| 1932 | 6 | 6 |
| 1930 | 6 | 6 |
| 1929 | 5 | 5 |
| 1928 | 5 | 5 |
| 1927 | 10 | 10 |
| 1926 | 6 | 6 |
| 1924 | 5 | 5 |
| 1921 | 11 | 11 |
| 1920 | 7 | 7 |
| 1919 | 6 | 6 |
| 1918 | 6 | 6 |
| 1917 | 11 | 11 |
| 1915 | 5 | 5 |
| 1914 | 8 | 8 |
Top States for Margerie
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