Margorie Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Margorie has its origins in Latin, meaning 'pearl'. It evolved through several forms, from Margarita in Latin to Margorie in modern English. The name is characterized by its classic and timeless appeal, with no significant biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the medieval period and has various common variants.
The name Margorie is most popular in Illinois, 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, Margorie has been stalled for female in MidWest. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest. Across generations, 'Margorie' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1759th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1971st out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3294th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 10350th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 19733rd out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Margorie' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Margorie"
Pronunciation
/ˈmɑːrdʒəri/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Margorie is derived from the Latin name 'Margarita', which means 'pearl'. It has roots in the Greek word 'margaritēs', also meaning 'pearl'.
Meaning
pearl
Language Evolution
Margarita (Latin), Margarete (Old French), Margery (Middle English), Margorie (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Margorie gained popularity in medieval England, particularly in the 12th century, as variations of the name Margaret became common.
Variants & Derivatives
Margaret, Marge, Margo, Maggie
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Margorie is viewed as a classic and somewhat vintage name, often associated with warmth and charm.
Famous People
Margorie Lawrence (singer), Margorie Kainer (artist), Margorie McMahon (author)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Margorie"
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 "Margorie"
"Margorie" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1759th of 9107 | 393 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1971st of 9204 | 326 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 3294th of 12526 | 247 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 10350th of 19264 | 42 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 19733rd of 27321 | 18 |
Regional Popularity of "Margorie" 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 "Margorie" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
93.79% 1328th/1416 |
- | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
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| 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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State-by-State Popularity of "Margorie"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Margorie" 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.