Majorie Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Majorie is a name with Latin roots, derived from 'Margarita', meaning 'pearl'. It has evolved through various forms in different languages, reflecting its rich cultural history. While it does not have biblical significance, the name has been popular since the medieval period and is perceived as elegant and classic in modern times. Notable people named Majorie include authors and socialites.
The name Majorie is most popular in Georgia, 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, Majorie has been stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Majorie' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1397th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2033rd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3807th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5779th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 9743rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 29526th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 18286th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Majorie' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Majorie"
Pronunciation
/ˈmædʒəri/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
Majorie is derived from the Latin name 'Margarita', which means 'pearl'. The name underwent various transformations as it traveled through different cultures and languages.
Meaning
pearl
Language Evolution
Margarita (Latin), Margarite (Old French), Margerite (Old French variant), Majorie (English)
Historical Usage
Majorie gained popularity in the English-speaking world during the medieval period and saw a resurgence in use in the 20th century, often associated with traditional values and elegance.
Variants & Derivatives
Marjorie, Margery, Marge, Margo
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Majorie is viewed as a classic and somewhat vintage name, often associated with charm and sophistication.
Famous People
Majorie Kinnan Rawlings, an American author known for her novel 'The Yearling'., Majorie Merriweather Post, an American socialite and philanthropist.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Majorie"
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 "Majorie"
"Majorie" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1397th of 9107 | 560 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2033rd of 9204 | 313 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 3807th of 12526 | 194 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 5779th of 19264 | 137 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 9743rd of 27321 | 100 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 29526th of 35406 | 11 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 18286th of 30306 | 33 |
Regional Popularity of "Majorie" 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 "Majorie" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- |
89.20% 1230th/1379 |
72.23% 1709th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- |
100.00% 1556th/1556 |
100.00% 2353rd/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
100.00% 4475th/4475 |
- | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Majorie"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Majorie" 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.