Marjean Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Marjean is a name of French origin that means 'pearl', stemming from the name Margaret. It evolved from its Old French form, Marguerite, into the modern adaptation Marjean. While it does not have biblical relevance, it has gained popularity in the 20th century as a unique alternative to traditional names. The name is often associated with creativity and individuality, and notable bearers include actress Marjean Holden.
The name Marjean is most popular in Utah, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Silent 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, Marjean has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Marjean' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2901st out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1300th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1774th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 8210th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 25632nd out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Marjean' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Marjean"
Pronunciation
/mɑːrˈdʒiːn/
Origin
French
Etymology
Marjean is derived from the name 'Marguerite', which is the French form of 'Margaret', meaning 'pearl'. The name has undergone various adaptations over time.
Meaning
pearl
Language Evolution
Margaret (Old French: Marguerite), Marjean (Modern French adaptation)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in the United States, as a unique twist on the more traditional name Margaret.
Variants & Derivatives
Marjeanette, Margie, Jean
Modern Popularity & Image
Marjean is viewed as a distinctive and elegant name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Marjean Holden, an American actress, Marjean G. H. N. Dubois, a notable French artist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Marjean"
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 "Marjean"
"Marjean" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 2901st of 9107 | 173 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1300th of 9204 | 627 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1774th of 12526 | 681 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 8210th of 19264 | 71 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 25632nd of 27321 | 6 |
Regional Popularity of "Marjean" 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 "Marjean" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
93.22% 1320th/1416 |
- | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
64.94% 1004th/1546 |
- | - |
64.84% 1003rd/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
53.26% 1186th/2227 |
- | - |
62.27% 1728th/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 "Marjean"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Marjean" 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.