Marjie Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Marjie originates from the French diminutive of Margaret, which itself means 'pearl' and derives from Greek. The name has evolved from Margaret to Marguerite and finally to Marjie. It is associated with traits of charm and friendliness, and it has no biblical relevance. Marjie saw an increase in popularity in the 20th century and has various variants including Margaret and Margie.
The name Marjie is most popular in Texas, 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, Marjie has been stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Marjie' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2387th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1812th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3000th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 8845th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 27321st out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Marjie' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Marjie"
Pronunciation
/ˈmɑːr.dʒi/
Origin
French
Etymology
Marjie is a diminutive form of the name Margaret, which comes from the Greek word 'margaritēs' meaning 'pearl'.
Meaning
pearl
Language Evolution
Margaret (Old French: Marguerite), Marguerite (French), Marjie (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Marjie gained popularity in the 20th century as a playful and affectionate form of Margaret.
Variants & Derivatives
Margaret, Margie, Marge
Modern Popularity & Image
Marjie is often seen as a charming and friendly name, evoking warmth and approachability.
Famous People
Marjie W. H. K. C. Lee, noted author, Marjie S. Johnson, prominent philanthropist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Marjie"
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 "Marjie"
"Marjie" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 2387th of 9107 | 244 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1812th of 9204 | 374 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 3000th of 12526 | 288 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 8845th of 19264 | 61 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 27321st of 27321 | 5 |
Regional Popularity of "Marjie" 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 "Marjie" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
77.52% 1824th/2353 |
100.00% 1547th/1547 |
| 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) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Marjie"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Marjie" 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.