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Margie

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Pronounced MAR-jee /ˈmɑr.dʒi/High

Meaning: A pet form of Margaret/Marjorie — from Greek margarites, 'a pearl'Medium

In 30 seconds: A pearl: Margie pets Margaret — 'a pearl'. Friendly, vintage, and warm.

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Origin MediumGreek

MeaningA pet form of Margaret/Marjorie — from Greek margarites, 'a pearl'

U.S. rank (2025)#6730 ↘ Falling

2025 U.S. births17 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year1925

Total births (all-time)≈ 106,003

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Margie is a pet form of Margaret or Marjorie — from Greek margarites, 'a pearl'. A friendly, vintage nickname-name (the full name is Margaret; nicknames Marge, Margie).

In the U.S. it peaked in the early-mid 20th century. Rare today, a-pearl at the root, and vintage.

Did you know? Margaret means 'a pearl' (Greek margarites) — Margie is its friendly pet form, vintage and warm (said 'MAR-jee').

Overall data confidence 60%

Behind the Name — Margaret — root etymology

Variations

MargeMargaretMarjorie

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Margie mean?

Margie pets Margaret/Marjorie — Greek 'a pearl'.

How do you pronounce Margie?

It's said MAR-jee /ˈmɑr.dʒi/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Margie a boy or girl name?

Margie is a girl's name.

How popular is Margie?

Margie is a rare name in the U.S. today.