Maryjo Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Maryjo is a modern name that blends the traditional names Mary and Jo. It originates from Hebrew and Latin roots and carries meanings of being beloved or wished-for. The name has evolved through various languages, and while it is a newer combination, it draws from names with a long history of popularity. There is no specific biblical relevance associated with Maryjo, but it is linked to names with significant historical and cultural weight.
The name Maryjo is most popular in Minnesota, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Baby Boomers generation in the Northeast 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, Maryjo 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, 'Maryjo' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2882nd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1015th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 705th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1229th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3145th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 7224th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 9386th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Maryjo' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Maryjo"
Pronunciation
/ˈmɛrɪdʒoʊ/
Origin
English
Etymology
Maryjo is a modern blend of the names Mary and Jo. Mary has roots in Hebrew, meaning 'beloved' or 'wished-for child', while Jo is often derived from the name Joseph, which means 'he will add'.
Meaning
beloved, wished-for child
Language Evolution
Hebrew (Miryam), Latin (Maria), Old French (Marie), Middle English (Marie), Modern English (Mary)
Historical Usage
Mary has been a popular name since the Middle Ages, particularly in Christian cultures due to its association with the Virgin Mary. The name Jo has also been widely used, and the combination Maryjo has emerged more recently as a feminine variant.
Variants & Derivatives
Mary, Jo, Marijo, Maree
Modern Popularity & Image
Maryjo is perceived as a unique and modern name that combines traditional elements. It reflects a sense of individuality and creativity.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Maryjo"
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 "Maryjo"
"Maryjo" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 2882nd of 9107 | 175 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1015th of 9204 | 956 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 705th of 12526 | 3,571 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1229th of 19264 | 1,487 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3145th of 27321 | 527 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 7224th of 35406 | 252 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 9386th of 30306 | 131 |
Regional Popularity of "Maryjo" 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 "Maryjo" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
100.00% 2366th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
38.94% 602nd/1546 |
48.97% 762nd/1556 |
- |
69.75% 1079th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
21.64% 482nd/2227 |
19.71% 479th/2430 |
79.14% 2258th/2853 |
43.10% 1196th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
29.66% 871st/2937 |
20.01% 697th/3483 |
85.42% 3005th/3518 |
62.51% 2528th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
72.18% 2660th/3685 |
58.70% 2627th/4475 |
- |
73.31% 4631st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
94.17% 4863rd/5164 |
92.86% 6791st/7313 |
100.00% 7463rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Maryjo"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Maryjo" 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.