Marjory Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Marjory is a name of Old French origin, derived from the Greek word for 'pearl.' It evolved through various historical forms, maintaining a connection to nobility and virtue. The name has a vintage charm and is associated with notable figures in various fields.
The name Marjory is most popular in Kansas, 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, Marjory 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, 'Marjory' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 473rd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 611th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1267th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3522nd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 8077th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 12937th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 10581st out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Marjory' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Marjory"
Pronunciation
/ˈmɑːrdʒəri/
Origin
Old French
Etymology
Marjory is derived from the Old French name 'Margerie,' which is a variant of the name 'Margaret.' The name Margaret itself comes from the Greek word 'margaritēs,' meaning 'pearl.'
Meaning
pearl
Language Evolution
Margaret (Old Greek), Margerie (Old French), Marjory (English)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in medieval England, particularly during the 12th and 13th centuries, as it was associated with virtuous qualities and was commonly used among nobility.
Variants & Derivatives
Margaret, Marjorie, Marge, Maggie
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Marjory is considered somewhat vintage or classic, and while not as common as it once was, it is still appreciated for its historical charm.
Famous People
Marjory Stoneman Douglas, an American author and environmentalist, Marjory Moore, a notable figure in the field of education
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Marjory"
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 "Marjory"
"Marjory" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 473rd of 9107 | 3,696 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 611th of 9204 | 2,338 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1267th of 12526 | 1,277 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3522nd of 19264 | 294 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 8077th of 27321 | 137 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 12937th of 35406 | 103 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 10581st of 30306 | 108 |
Regional Popularity of "Marjory" 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 "Marjory" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
21.89% 310th/1416 |
27.77% 383rd/1379 |
37.91% 897th/2366 |
27.93% 319th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
28.40% 439th/1546 |
31.36% 488th/1556 |
72.25% 1700th/2353 |
35.23% 545th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
52.31% 1165th/2227 |
37.08% 901st/2430 |
- |
51.46% 1428th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
80.10% 2790th/3483 |
- |
94.04% 3803rd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
100.00% 6822nd/6822 |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Marjory"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Marjory" 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.