Marjie

“A diminutive form of Margaret, meaning 'pearl'.” — Represents a common trend of creating softer

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#1163US 2023

1kBirths / yr

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972All-time births

📅 Since 191400

What does Marjie mean and where does it come from?

Marjie is a modern English name, often used as a diminutive or affectionate form of Margaret. The name became popular in the early to mid-20th century. While it lacks formal historical records, it represents a common trend of creating softer, more endearing forms of traditional names. Notable people

Cultural significance

Marjie has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of a diminutive form of margaret, meaning 'pearl'..

Peak popularity

Reached #1415 in 1929 — currently #1163 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Marjie?

Marjie works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Marjie Grace

How popular is Marjie right now?

Holding steady — currently #1163 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1915–2023#1163 · Top 0.86%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1163	1,037	▲ up 5 · +2% births
2022	#1168	1,017	▲ up 5 · +3% births
2021	#1173	987	▲ up 4757 · +12238% births
1970	#5930	8	▲ up 66 · +33% births
1965	#5996	6	▼ down 1721 · -40% births
1960	#4275	10	▼ down 1253 · -33% births
1955	#3022	15	▲ up 129 · +25% births
1950	#3151	12	▼ down 743 · -14% births
1945	#2408	14	▼ down 225 · -7% births
1940	#2183	15	▲ up 222 · +15% births
1935	#2405	13	▼ down 708 · -43% births
1930	#1697	23	▼ down 124 · -21% births
1925	#1573	29	▲ up 1140 · +123% births
1920	#2713	13	▲ up 990 · +86% births
1915	#3703	7	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Marjie

Best Year2023Rank #1163

Peak Count1,037

Average Rank#2837

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1915 - 202315 years

The story of Marjie

Marjie entered American naming records in 1914 and has been in use for over 110 years. With 972 total births recorded, Marjie remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #3703 in 1915 to #1163 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Marjie in 1929:

Mary Betty Dorothy Helen Margaret

Marjie by decade

Marjie peaked in the 1920s. See all 1920s names →

Decade	Births
1910s	53
1920s ★	248
1930s	201
1940s	173
1950s	153
1960s	121
1970s	18
1980s	5

💎Marjie has only 972 total recorded births since 1914 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Marjie?

Common

MarMaArjie

What names sound and feel like Marjie?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Marjie also consider these

American · Rebel; bitter

Maymie

American · A variant of

Massie

American · A derivative of

Malvie

American · Derived from the

Common questions about the name Marjie

What does the name Marjie mean?

Marjie means "A diminutive form of Margaret, meaning 'pearl'." — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Marjie?

Marjie is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Marjie?

Marjie originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Marjie a common or rare name?

Marjie is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.

What are good nicknames for Marjie?

Marjie naturally lends itself to affectionate nicknames. Shortened versions based on the first syllable are most popular, and many parents also create unique pet names that feel personal to their family.