Marge

Q: What is the origin of Marge?

Marge is of English origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: How popular is the name Marge?

According to the latest SSA data, Marge is currently ranked #999999 in the United States. The popularity of this name has evolved over the past century based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Q: Is Marge a girl name?

Marge is traditionally a girl name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

female

Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"Pearl"

A familiar short form of Margaret, descending from Greek vocabulary for pearl and long used in English-speaking contexts.

Themes:nicknamemargaretpearlclassic

Nature Natural Unique Rare

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Popularity History of Marge

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

UnrankedNot ranked in 2024

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Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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Marge did not appear in the national SSA rankings for 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year

no national rank in 2024

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Marge Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Marge.

8 ideas

marg

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mie

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mary

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margey

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arge

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Baby Name Lists That Include Marge

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Marge mean?

Marge means "Pearl". A familiar short form of Margaret, descending from Greek vocabulary for pearl and long used in English-speaking contexts

What is the origin of Marge?

Marge is of English origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Marge?

According to the latest SSA data, Marge is currently not ranked in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Is Marge a girl name?

Marge is traditionally a girl name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Marge?

Popular nicknames for Marge include marg, mo, ma, my, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Marge?

There are many names similar to Marge in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginEnglish, Greek

Syllables1

Length5 letters

Trend→ Stable

Starts withM

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Alton Al Ashley Addison Anson

Sisters

Arlene Addie Ashlee Ashleigh Audra

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