Margery Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Margery has its roots in Old French and Latin, meaning 'pearl'. It evolved from Margarita to Margerie and then to Margery in Middle English. The name is linked to purity and has historical significance in medieval England. It is currently viewed as classic yet somewhat old-fashioned. Notable figures include Margery Kempe and Margery Thatcher.
The name Margery is most popular in Iowa, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the West 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, Margery 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, 'Margery' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 338th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 426th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 802nd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2341st out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6446th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 14799th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 15733rd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Margery' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Margery"
Pronunciation
/ˈmɑːrdʒəri/
Origin
Old French and Latin
Etymology
The name Margery is derived from the Old French 'Margerie', which comes from the Latin 'Margarita', meaning 'pearl'. It is related to the Greek word 'margaritēs', also meaning 'pearl'.
Meaning
pearl
Language Evolution
Margarita (Latin), Margaria (Old French), Margery (Middle English)
Historical Usage
The name Margery gained popularity in medieval England, particularly in the 12th and 13th centuries. It was commonly used among the nobility and became associated with the virtue of purity.
Variants & Derivatives
Margaret, Marge, Maggie, Marjorie
Modern Popularity & Image
In contemporary times, Margery is considered an old-fashioned name but is also associated with classic charm and elegance. It is less commonly used today, but retains a nostalgic appeal.
Famous People
Margery Kempe, a medieval mystic and author, Margery Allingham, an English crime writer, Margery Thatcher, a prominent British politician
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Margery"
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 "Margery"
"Margery" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 338th of 9107 | 6,673 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 426th of 9204 | 4,821 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 802nd of 12526 | 2,904 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2341st of 19264 | 550 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 6446th of 27321 | 192 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 14799th of 35406 | 79 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 15733rd of 30306 | 49 |
Regional Popularity of "Margery" 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 "Margery" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
16.74% 237th/1416 |
19.36% 267th/1379 |
24.85% 588th/2366 |
19.96% 228th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
18.69% 289th/1546 |
19.41% 302nd/1556 |
40.93% 963rd/2353 |
24.95% 386th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
30.71% 684th/2227 |
21.81% 530th/2430 |
51.35% 1465th/2853 |
32.14% 892nd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
80.73% 2371st/2937 |
59.78% 2082nd/3483 |
95.37% 3355th/3518 |
62.51% 2528th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Margery"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Margery" 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.