Marjorie Daly

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Marjorie Daly — Latin
268K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Marjorie Daly is a name that combines Latin origins. The first name Marjorie is a feminine given name of Latin origin. Marjorie is a female given name derived from Margaret, which means pearl. It can also be spelled as Margery, Marjory or Margaery. Marjorie is a medieval variant of Margery, influenced by the name of the herb marjoram. It came into English from the Old French, from the Latin Margarita (pearl). After the Middle Ages this name was rare, but it was revived at the end of the 19th century. Short forms of the name include Marge, Margie, Marj and Jorie. The surname Daly: Andy Daly (born 1971), American actor, writer, and comedian Augustin Daly (1838–1899), American theatrical manager and playwright Candice Daly (1963–2004), American actress Carson Daly, television personality Dan Daly (1864–1904), American comic actor Eileen Daly, English actress and singer Gary Daly, English songwriter and vocalist James Daly (actor) (1918–1978), American actor Joel Daly (1934–2020), American news anchor and journalist John Charles Daly (1914–1991), American journalist game show host and radio personality Mike Daly, American alt-country and rock and roll singer/songwriter Nor. Marjorie is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 268K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Marjorie reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Marjorie

Latin

Marjorie is a female given name derived from Margaret, which means pearl. It can also be spelled as Margery, Marjory or Margaery. Marjorie is a medieval variant of Margery, influenced by the name of the herb marjoram. It came into English from the Old French, from the Latin Margarita (pearl). After the Middle Ages this name was rare, but it was revived at the end of the 19th century. Short forms of the name include Marge, Margie, Marj and Jorie.

Surname: Daly

English

Andy Daly (born 1971), American actor, writer, and comedian Augustin Daly (1838–1899), American theatrical manager and playwright Candice Daly (1963–2004), American actress Carson Daly, television personality Dan Daly (1864–1904), American comic actor Eileen Daly, English actress and singer Gary Daly, English songwriter and vocalist James Daly (actor) (1918–1978), American actor Joel Daly (1934–2020), American news anchor and journalist John Charles Daly (1914–1991), American journalist game show host and radio personality Mike Daly, American alt-country and rock and roll singer/songwriter Nor.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Marjorie 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 Marjorie by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Marjorie Daly

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 Marjorie Daly:

5
Expression Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

22
Soul Urge Number

Master Builder (Master Number 22). Combines grand vision with the practical ability to achieve lasting, large-scale goals.

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 Marjorie?
The first name Marjorie originates from Latin. Marjorie is a female given name derived from Margaret, which means pearl. It can also be spelled as Margery, Marjory or Margaery. Marjorie is a medieval variant of Margery, influenced by the name of the herb marjoram. It came into English from the Old French, from the Latin Margarita (pearl). After the Middle Ages this name was rare, but it was revived at the end of the 19th century. Short forms of the name include Marge, Margie, Marj and Jorie.
When was Marjorie most popular?
The name Marjorie reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Daly?
The surname Daly originates from English. Andy Daly (born 1971), American actor, writer, and comedian Augustin Daly (1838–1899), American theatrical manager and playwright Candice Daly (1963–2004), American actress Carson Daly, television personality Dan Daly (1864–1904), American comic actor Eileen Daly, English actress and singer Gary Daly, English songwriter and vocalist James Daly (actor) (1918–1978), American actor Joel Daly (1934–2020), American news anchor and journalist John Charles Daly (1914–1991), American journalist game show host and radio personality Mike Daly, American alt-country and rock and roll singer/songwriter Nor.
What are the origins of the name Marjorie Daly?
The name Marjorie Daly combines two different traditions: the first name Marjorie has Latin roots, while the surname Daly originates from English.
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