Marjorie - girls name

Marjorie name popularity, meaning and origin

Name Popularity: 43%

Marjorie name meaning:

The name Marjorie is of English origin and has various meanings attributed to it. One interpretation suggests that Marjorie is derived from the Greek word "margarites," meaning "pearl." In this sense, the name Marjorie is associated with purity, elegance, and preciousness, as pearls have long been regarded as symbols of beauty and refinement.

Another possible meaning of Marjorie is linked to the herb known as "marjoram." Marjoram is often associated with love and happiness, symbolizing warmth, joy, and comfort. As such, the name Marjorie may convey a sense of positivity and affection.

In addition to these potential meanings, Marjorie is also a variant of the name Margaret, which has a rich history and diverse range of meanings. Margaret is derived from the Greek word "margarites" and is sometimes associated with the phrase "pearl of great price," emphasizing the value and significance of the name.

Overall, Marjorie is a name that carries connotations of beauty, purity, happiness, and preciousness.

Origin: Greek

Form of Margaret. Child of light.

Categories

Game of thrones names, Victorian names

Related names

Margaret , Greta , Gretel , Madge, Maegan, Maggie , Maidie, Makareta, Margareta, Margarete, Margarethe, Margaretta, Margarita , Marge, Margeaux, Margie, Margisia, Margo , Margosha, Margot , Marguerita, Marguerite , Marjorie , Markrid, Maygan, Meaghan, Meeghan, Meggan, Meggie, Meggy, Mysie, Peg, Peggy , Yalgonata

Other girls names beginning with M

Statistics

Overall UK ranking: 3192 out of 5581

7 recorded births last year

Change in rank

  • 10yrs

    -3192
  • 5yrs

    1571
  • 1yr

    2301

    Regional popularity

    Ranking for this name in various UK regions

Historical popularity of Marjorie

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