Margie Flaherty

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Margie Flaherty — pearl
112K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Margie Flaherty is a name that combines English origins. The first name Margie is a feminine given name of English origin. Margie is a feminine given name, usually a short form (hypocorism) of the related names Margaret, Marjorie, or Margarita, all of which mean "pearl". Margie Abbott (born 1958), Australian businesswoman Margie Ackles (1939–2019), American retired figure skater Margie Adam, American musician and composer Marjorie Margie Alexander (1948–2013), American gospel and soul singer Margie Apa, New Zealand healthcare manager Margie Velma Barfield (1932-1984), American serial killer Margie Bowes (1941–2020), American country music singer Margie Bright Matthews (born 1963), American politician Margie Rasri . The surname Flaherty: O'Flaherty ( oh-FLAIR-tee, oh-FLA-hər-tee, UK also oh-FLAH-ər-tee; Middle Irish: Ua Flaithbertaig; Modern Irish: Ó Flaithbheartaigh [oː ˈfˠlˠahəɾˠt̪ˠəj]) is an Irish Gaelic clan based most prominently in what has become County Galway. The clan name originated in the 10th century as a derivative of its founder Flaithbheartach mac Eimhin. They descend in the paternal line from the Connachta's Uí Briúin Seóla. They were originally kings of Maigh Seóla and Muintir Murchada and as members of the Uí Briúin were kinsmen of the Ó Conchubhair and Mac Diarmada amongst others. Margie is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 112K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Margie reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Margie

Meaning: pearl

English

Margie is a feminine given name, usually a short form (hypocorism) of the related names Margaret, Marjorie, or Margarita, all of which mean "pearl". Margie Abbott (born 1958), Australian businesswoman Margie Ackles (1939–2019), American retired figure skater Margie Adam, American musician and composer Marjorie Margie Alexander (1948–2013), American gospel and soul singer Margie Apa, New Zealand healthcare manager Margie Velma Barfield (1932-1984), American serial killer Margie Bowes (1941–2020), American country music singer Margie Bright Matthews (born 1963), American politician Margie Rasri .

Surname: Flaherty

Celtic

O'Flaherty ( oh-FLAIR-tee, oh-FLA-hər-tee, UK also oh-FLAH-ər-tee; Middle Irish: Ua Flaithbertaig; Modern Irish: Ó Flaithbheartaigh [oː ˈfˠlˠahəɾˠt̪ˠəj]) is an Irish Gaelic clan based most prominently in what has become County Galway. The clan name originated in the 10th century as a derivative of its founder Flaithbheartach mac Eimhin. They descend in the paternal line from the Connachta's Uí Briúin Seóla. They were originally kings of Maigh Seóla and Muintir Murchada and as members of the Uí Briúin were kinsmen of the Ó Conchubhair and Mac Diarmada amongst others.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Margie is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Margie by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Margie Flaherty

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Margie Flaherty:

4
Expression Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

3
Soul Urge Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

1
Personality Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Margie?
The first name Margie originates from English. Margie is a feminine given name, usually a short form (hypocorism) of the related names Margaret, Marjorie, or Margarita, all of which mean "pearl". Margie Abbott (born 1958), Australian businesswoman Margie Ackles (1939–2019), American retired figure skater Margie Adam, American musician and composer Marjorie Margie Alexander (1948–2013), American gospel and soul singer Margie Apa, New Zealand healthcare manager Margie Velma Barfield (1932-1984), American serial killer Margie Bowes (1941–2020), American country music singer Margie Bright Matthews (born 1963), American politician Margie Rasri .
When was Margie most popular?
The name Margie reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Flaherty?
The surname Flaherty originates from Celtic. O'Flaherty ( oh-FLAIR-tee, oh-FLA-hər-tee, UK also oh-FLAH-ər-tee; Middle Irish: Ua Flaithbertaig; Modern Irish: Ó Flaithbheartaigh [oː ˈfˠlˠahəɾˠt̪ˠəj]) is an Irish Gaelic clan based most prominently in what has become County Galway. The clan name originated in the 10th century as a derivative of its founder Flaithbheartach mac Eimhin. They descend in the paternal line from the Connachta's Uí Briúin Seóla. They were originally kings of Maigh Seóla and Muintir Murchada and as members of the Uí Briúin were kinsmen of the Ó Conchubhair and Mac Diarmada amongst others.
What are the origins of the name Margie Flaherty?
The name Margie Flaherty combines two different traditions: the first name Margie has English roots, while the surname Flaherty originates from Celtic.
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