Kathryn vs Marjorie

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kathryn

Girl #716 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"pure, clear"

Origin: Greek katharos

Cultural Roots

English American Irish Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#716
Total SSA Count
391
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Kate, Kathy, Kat

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Kathryn Rank #716
Marjorie Rank #822

Kathryn is more popular, ranked #716 vs #822 for Marjorie.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Kathryn ___

  • Kathryn Anne
  • Kathryn Elizabeth
  • Kathryn Marie
  • Kathryn Louise
  • Kathryn Grace
  • Kathryn Jane

Marjorie ___

  • Marjorie Anne
  • Marjorie Louise
  • Marjorie Claire
  • Marjorie Jane
  • Marjorie Rose
  • Marjorie Ellen

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Kathryn

Margaret Elizabeth William Thomas Eleanor

If you choose Marjorie

Theodore Dorothy Walter Agnes Harold

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kathryn or Marjorie more popular?

Kathryn is more popular, ranked #716 compared to Marjorie at #822 in the United States.

What do Kathryn and Marjorie mean?

Kathryn means "pure, clear" (Greek katharos origin). Marjorie means "pearl" (Greek via Latin origin).

Are Kathryn and Marjorie boy or girl names?

Kathryn is primarily a girl name. Marjorie is primarily a girl name.

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