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Marjorie
Pronounced MAR-juh-ree /ΛmΙΛr.dΚΙ.ri/High
Meaning: Pearl; medieval English form of Margaret, from Greek margarites (pearl)High
Popularity in the U.S. Β· SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880βpresent). Pink marker = peak year.
SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.
History & Origin
Marjorie is a medieval English variant of Margaret, which descends from Greek margarites (pearl), via Latin margarita and Old French Margerie. The -jorie spelling seems to have been influenced by the plant name marjoram, although the connection is coincidental rather than etymological.
Marjorie peaked in U.S. popularity in the 1920sβ1930s, ranking in the top 20 in that era. It fell steadily through the latter 20th century and was rare by the 2000s. It has seen a modest uptick in the 2020s as vintage names enjoy a renaissance. In 2024 it ranked #822 for girls.
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Marjorie Taylor Greene (1974-)American politician and U.S. Representative from Georgia
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Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings (1896-1953)American author who won the Pulitzer Prize for The Yearling
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Marjorie Main (1890-1975)American actress known as Ma Kettle
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Marjorie Merriweather Post (1887-1973)American businesswoman and socialite
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Frequently Asked
What does the name Marjorie mean?
Marjorie means 'pearl,' as a medieval English spelling of Margaret, which derives from Greek margarites.
How do you pronounce Marjorie?
It's said MAR-juh-ree β three syllables, stress on the first.
Is Marjorie a boy or girl name?
Marjorie is used as a girls' name.
How popular is Marjorie?
Marjorie ranked #822 for U.S. girls in 2024, enjoying a modest revival after decades of decline.