Madge Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Madge is an English name derived from Margaret, which means 'pearl'. The name evolved from its Latin and Old French roots into its current form. It has a historical presence in literature and culture, though it is less common today. The name carries a vintage charm, and while it lacks biblical significance, it is associated with notable figures in entertainment.
The name Madge is most popular in West Virginia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Madge has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Madge' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 309th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 576th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1487th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5674th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 21628th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 30306th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Madge' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Madge"
Pronunciation
/mædʒ/
Origin
English
Etymology
Madge is a diminutive form of the name Margaret, which is derived from the Greek word 'margaritēs', meaning 'pearl'.
Meaning
Pearl
Language Evolution
Margaret (Latin: Margarita), Margaret (Old French: Marguerite), Madge (Middle English: Madge)
Historical Usage
Madge gained popularity in the English-speaking world during the Middle Ages as a familiar form of Margaret and saw usage in literary works.
Variants & Derivatives
Maggie, Margaret, Meg
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Madge is considered somewhat vintage and less commonly used, often evoking a sense of nostalgia.
Famous People
Madge Sinclair, a Jamaican actress known for her roles in film and television., Madonna, often referred to as 'Madge' by her fans and the media.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Madge"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Madge"
"Madge" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 309th of 9107 | 7,800 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 576th of 9204 | 2,627 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1487th of 12526 | 925 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 5674th of 19264 | 140 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 21628th of 27321 | 13 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 30306th of 30306 | 5 |
Regional Popularity of "Madge" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Madge" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
20.34% 288th/1416 |
35.17% 485th/1379 |
11.71% 277th/2366 |
27.41% 313th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
38.75% 599th/1546 |
45.57% 709th/1556 |
20.27% 477th/2353 |
49.71% 769th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
69.78% 1554th/2227 |
69.71% 1694th/2430 |
50.89% 1452nd/2853 |
94.59% 2625th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Madge"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Madge" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.