Marjorie

Pronunciation: [ m-AHRJ-er-ee ]

Girl Name #822 Most Popular Rising 3 Syllables

A pearl of a vintage name making a comeback

English American French Scottish

Vintage Classic Elegant Literary Sophisticated

Meaning & Origin

"pearl"

Origin: Greek via Latin

Language: French

"precious gem"

Origin: Latin Margarita

Language: Latin

Things to Know About This Name

Associated with Marjorie Taylor Greene — political figure some find controversial

The Story of Marjorie

Marjorie is a medieval French and Scottish variant of Margaret, which traces back through Latin Margarita to Greek margarites meaning pearl. The spelling Marjorie emerged in Scotland and England during the Middle Ages and was used by the Scottish royal family, giving it an aristocratic heritage. It fell from fashion in the mid-20th century but is now enjoying a vintage revival.

Marjorie peaked in the US in the 1920s-1940s and has been quiet for decades. It is now part of the grandmother name revival trend, alongside Edna, Mildred, and Dorothy. Taylor Swift's song Marjorie (2020) brought fresh attention to the name.

In Scotland, Marjorie has royal connotations — Marjorie Bruce was the daughter of Robert the Bruce, King of Scotland. The name carries a sense of noble heritage and timeless elegance.

Fun Facts

Taylor Swift wrote the song Marjorie on her 2020 album Evermore, honoring her grandmother
Marjorie Bruce, daughter of Robert the Bruce, was mother of the first Stewart king of Scotland

Marjorie in Other Languages

Latin Margarita

French Marguerite

Italian Margherita

Spanish Margarita

Scottish Marjory

Famous People Named Marjorie

Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings

Writer

1896

American author who won the Pulitzer Prize for The Yearling (1938)

Marjorie Bruce

Royalty

1296

Scottish princess, daughter of Robert the Bruce, whose descendants became the royal House of Stewart

Quick Facts

Gender: Girl
Syllables: 3
Popularity Rank: #822
Total SSA Count: 334
Cultural Origins: English American French Scottish
Pronunciation: Easy
Formality: Moderate
Cross-Cultural Ease: Moderate

Common Nicknames

Marge Margie Madge Margo

Pairs Well With

Marjorie Anne Marjorie Louise Marjorie Claire Marjorie Jane Marjorie Rose Marjorie Ellen Marjorie Pearl

Sibling Names

Theodore Dorothy Walter Agnes Harold Eleanor

Also a Boy Name

Marjorie is also used as a boy name, ranked #26131.

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Similar Names

Marguerite Margarita Margot Margo Marigold Margaux

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Frequently Asked Questions About Marjorie

What does the name Marjorie mean?

"pearl" (from Greek via Latin). "precious gem" (from Latin Margarita). Marjorie is a medieval French and Scottish variant of Margaret, which traces back through Latin Margarita to Greek margarites meaning pearl. The spelling Marjorie emerged in Scotland and England during the Middle Ages and was used by the Scottish royal family, giving it an aristocratic heritage. It fell from fashion in the mid-20th century but is now enjoying a vintage revival.

What is the origin of the name Marjorie?

Marjorie has Greek via Latin, Latin Margarita, English, American, French, and Scottish origins. In Greek via Latin, it means "pearl". In Latin Margarita, it means "precious gem".

Is Marjorie a boy or girl name?

Marjorie is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #822. As a boy name, it is ranked #26131. Marjorie is more commonly used as a girl name.

How do you pronounce Marjorie?

Marjorie is pronounced m-AHRJ-er-ee.

How popular is the name Marjorie?

Marjorie is currently ranked #822 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Marjorie?

Common nicknames for Marjorie include Marge, Margie, Madge, and Margo.

What are good middle names for Marjorie?

Popular middle name pairings include Marjorie Anne, Marjorie Louise, Marjorie Claire, Marjorie Jane, Marjorie Rose, Marjorie Ellen, and Marjorie Pearl.

What are good sibling names for Marjorie?

Names that pair well with Marjorie as siblings include Theodore, Dorothy, Walter, Agnes, Harold, and Eleanor.

How many syllables does Marjorie have?

Marjorie has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.

Is Marjorie a common or rare name?

Marjorie is moderately common, ranked #822 for girls in the US. You will encounter it, but it stands out.

About the Name Marjorie

Marjorie is a girl name with English, American, French, and Scottish origins . The name means "pearl" in Greek via Latin .

Is Marjorie a boy or girl name? Marjorie is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #822 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #26,131. Marjorie is more commonly used as a girl name.

Marjorie is currently ranked #822 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

The name Marjorie has 3 syllables and is pronounced m-AHRJ-er-ee, making it distinctive and memorable.

Common nicknames for Marjorie include Marge, Margie, Madge, and Margo. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.