Marquerite
Pronunciation: [ m-ahrk-er-EET ]
Marquerite is a girl baby name. Ranked #71,056 in the US, popular nicknames include Mar, May, and Marie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Historical Record
Marquerite first appeared in US Social Security records in 1951.
Over 264 babies have been named Marquerite in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Marquerite is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #71,056 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #71,056
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
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About the Name Marquerite
Marquerite is a girl name .
Marquerite is currently ranked #71,056 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Marquerite include Mar, May, Marie, and Marqie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
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