Mardelle Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Mardelle is a feminine name of French origin, derived from the combination of 'Mard' and the suffix '-elle'. It is associated with the meaning 'Lady' or 'mistress' and has evolved from names like Mard and Martha. Although it does not have biblical relevance, it gained popularity in the 20th century as a unique name in English-speaking countries. Mardelle is often viewed positively and is associated with traits of creativity and individuality.
The name Mardelle is most popular in Iowa, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the MidWest 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, Mardelle has been stalled for female in MidWest. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest. Across generations, 'Mardelle' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1842nd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1733rd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3941st out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 17532nd out of 19264 names. Discover how the name 'Mardelle' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Mardelle"
Pronunciation
/mɑːrˈdɛl/
Origin
French
Etymology
Mardelle is a feminine name that is derived from the combination of the name 'Mard' and the suffix '-elle'. It may be influenced by the name 'Martha', which has roots in Aramaic.
Meaning
Lady, mistress
Language Evolution
Mard, Martha, Mardelle
Historical Usage
Mardelle emerged as a name in the 20th century, gaining popularity in English-speaking countries as a unique feminine name.
Variants & Derivatives
Mardell, Martha, Delle
Modern Popularity & Image
Mardelle is perceived as an elegant and unique name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Mardelle K. Mullen, Mardelle M. Leach
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Mardelle"
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 "Mardelle"
"Mardelle" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1842nd of 9107 | 364 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1733rd of 9204 | 400 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 3941st of 12526 | 182 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 17532nd of 19264 | 7 |
Regional Popularity of "Mardelle" 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) |
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Regional Popularity of "Mardelle" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
55.44% 785th/1416 |
- | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
62.29% 963rd/1546 |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
100.00% 2227th/2227 |
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| 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 "Mardelle"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Mardelle" 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.