Marigold vs Promise

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Marigold

Girl #693 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"Mary's gold, golden flower of Mary"

Origin: English

Cultural Roots

English American British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#693
Total SSA Count
406
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Mari, Goldie, Merry

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Marigold Rank #693
Promise Rank #819

Marigold is more popular, ranked #693 vs #819 for Promise.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Marigold ___

  • Marigold Rose
  • Marigold June
  • Marigold Pearl
  • Marigold Claire
  • Marigold Faye
  • Marigold Anne

Promise ___

  • Promise Grace
  • Promise Joy
  • Promise Faith
  • Promise Hope
  • Promise Renee
  • Promise Marie

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Marigold

Primrose Violet Clementine Barnaby Jasper

If you choose Promise

Journey Genesis Destiny Miracle Blessing

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Marigold or Promise more popular?

Marigold is more popular, ranked #693 compared to Promise at #819 in the United States.

What do Marigold and Promise mean?

Marigold means "Mary's gold, golden flower of Mary" (English origin). Promise means "solemn commitment" (English origin).

Are Marigold and Promise boy or girl names?

Marigold is primarily a girl name. Promise is primarily a girl name.

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