Margery

Q: What is the origin of Margery?

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

Q: How popular is the name Margery?

According to the latest SSA data, Margery 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 Margery a girl name?

Margery 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 medieval English form of Margaret, it retains the pearl meaning and appears historically in British records and literature.

Themes:pearlmedievalgreekvariant

Nature Natural Unique Rare

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Popularity History of Margery

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

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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

Margery Nicknames

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

10 ideas

Marie

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Marg

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marg

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mary

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mie

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rgey

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eryy

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Baby Name Lists That Include Margery

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Margery mean?

Margery means "Pearl". A medieval English form of Margaret, it retains the pearl meaning and appears historically in British records and litera

What is the origin of Margery?

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

How popular is the name Margery?

According to the latest SSA data, Margery 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 Margery a girl name?

Margery 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 Margery?

Popular nicknames for Margery include Marie, Marg, marg, mary, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Margery?

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

Quick Facts

OriginGreek, French

Syllables3

Length7 letters

Trend→ Stable

Starts withM

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Andreas Alexzander Alexandro Andrea Alexandre

Sisters

Agnes Angeline Asia Angelia Alexus

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