Marge Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationMARJ / /mɑrdʒ/English; Greek
Meaning
English: Pearl; Greek: Child of light
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Marge is often considered a diminutive of Margaret, which has roots in the Greek word 'margaritēs,' meaning pearl. It gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in the United States. The name has been associated with various cultural figures and characters, contributing to its recognition. Marge is also linked to the concept of brightness and purity in some interpretations.
Trend Summary
The name Marge has seen a decline in popularity in the United States since the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Margey
- Margie
International Variants
- Margarita (Spanish)
- Marguerite (French)
- Margarite (German)
Famous people named Marge
Marge Simpson is a fictional character from the animated television series 'The Simpsons,' known for her blue hair and caring nature.
Marge Piercy is an American poet, novelist, and social activist recognized for her works that often explore feminist themes.
Marge Schott was an American businesswoman and former owner of the Cincinnati Reds baseball team, known for her controversial remarks.
Marge Champion was an American dancer and actress, celebrated for her work in film and television during the mid-20th century.
Fictional characters named Marge
Marge Gunderson is a character in the film 'Fargo,' known for her role as a pregnant police chief investigating a murder.
Marge Simpson is a central character in 'The Simpsons,' serving as the matriarch of the Simpson family.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Marge was first seen in the United States in 1889. Marge has ranked as high as #776 nationally, which occurred in 1941, and has been most popular in Illinois, Ohio, Michigan, New York, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Marge has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Marge (1963)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| IL | 8 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1889 | 6 |
| 1892 | 6 |
| 1894 | 10 |
| 1895 | 8 |
| 1896 | 7 |
| 1897 | 11 |
| 1898 | 11 |
| 1899 | 8 |
| 1900 | 12 |
| 1901 | 12 |
| 1902 | 13 |
| 1903 | 10 |
| 1904 | 12 |
| 1905 | 12 |
| 1906 | 22 |
| 1907 | 16 |
| 1908 | 23 |
| 1909 | 20 |
| 1910 | 14 |
| 1911 | 23 |
| 1912 | 38 |
| 1913 | 40 |
| 1914 | 49 |
| 1915 | 73 |
| 1916 | 67 |
| 1917 | 90 |
| 1918 | 93 |
| 1919 | 63 |
| 1920 | 94 |
| 1921 | 83 |
| 1922 | 98 |
| 1923 | 74 |
| 1924 | 100 |
| 1925 | 68 |
| 1926 | 76 |
| 1927 | 73 |
| 1928 | 56 |
| 1929 | 61 |
| 1930 | 72 |
| 1931 | 53 |
| 1932 | 63 |
| 1933 | 52 |
| 1934 | 60 |
| 1935 | 65 |
| 1936 | 59 |
| 1937 | 77 |
| 1938 | 101 |
| 1939 | 99 |
| 1940 | 85 |
| 1941 | 114 |
| 1942 | 80 |
| 1943 | 102 |
| 1944 | 77 |
| 1945 | 91 |
| 1946 | 93 |
| 1947 | 84 |
| 1948 | 48 |
| 1949 | 46 |
| 1950 | 33 |
| 1951 | 33 |
| 1952 | 27 |
| 1953 | 44 |
| 1954 | 30 |
| 1955 | 37 |
| 1956 | 34 |
| 1957 | 50 |
| 1958 | 61 |
| 1959 | 57 |
| 1960 | 59 |
| 1961 | 55 |
| 1962 | 59 |
| 1963 | 31 |
| 1964 | 18 |
| 1965 | 21 |
| 1966 | 6 |
| 1967 | 14 |
| 1968 | 12 |
| 1969 | 8 |
| 1970 | 8 |
| 1971 | 9 |
| 1976 | 5 |