Marjorie Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationMAR-juh-ree / ˈmɑːrdʒəriLatin; French
Meaning
Latin: pearl; French: derived from Marguerite
Historical & Cultural Background
Marjorie is derived from the Latin name 'Margarita', which means 'pearl'. The name became popular in medieval France and was often associated with the virtues of purity and beauty. It has been used in various forms across different cultures and languages. The name has seen fluctuating popularity over the centuries, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Trend Summary
Marjorie has seen a decline in popularity in the United States over recent decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Marge
- Margie
International Variants
- Margarita (Spanish)
- Margarite (French)
- Margarita (Italian)
Famous people named Marjorie
Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings was an American author known for her novel 'The Yearling', which won the Pulitzer Prize.
Marjorie Merriweather Post was an American socialite and businesswoman, known for her role in the Post cereal company and her philanthropic efforts.
Marjorie Taylor Greene is an American politician serving as a member of the U.S. House of Representatives.
Marjorie Prime is a character in the play of the same name by Jordan Harrison, exploring themes of memory and technology.
Fictional characters named Marjorie
Marjorie is a character in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball', known for her quirky personality.
Marjorie is a character in the novel 'The Secret History' by Donna Tartt, representing themes of elitism and morality.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Marjorie was first seen in the United States in 1908. Marjorie has ranked as high as #856 nationally, which occurred in 1928, and has been most popular in Michigan, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Marjorie has been trending about the same compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Marjorie (1928)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1908 | 8 |
| 1910 | 6 |
| 1912 | 8 |
| 1913 | 9 |
| 1914 | 10 |
| 1915 | 11 |
| 1916 | 8 |
| 1917 | 5 |
| 1918 | 20 |
| 1919 | 12 |
| 1920 | 20 |
| 1921 | 20 |
| 1922 | 15 |
| 1923 | 18 |
| 1924 | 20 |
| 1925 | 23 |
| 1926 | 24 |
| 1927 | 23 |
| 1928 | 38 |
| 1929 | 16 |
| 1930 | 26 |
| 1931 | 28 |
| 1932 | 18 |
| 1933 | 10 |
| 1934 | 16 |
| 1935 | 10 |
| 1936 | 10 |
| 1937 | 13 |
| 1938 | 11 |
| 1939 | 8 |
| 1940 | 13 |
| 1941 | 16 |
| 1942 | 13 |
| 1943 | 12 |
| 1944 | 6 |
| 1947 | 10 |
| 1948 | 7 |
| 1952 | 5 |
| 1953 | 7 |
| 1954 | 7 |
| 1956 | 6 |
| 1959 | 8 |
| 1967 | 5 |
| 1968 | 5 |
| 1975 | 5 |
| 1980 | 5 |