The nameMarjory
Marjory is a girl's name, a variant of Marjorie. In France it was mostly given in the 1980s.
- Girl's name
- Scottish
Meaning
Like Margaret, it goes back to the Greek margaritês, "pearl".
Origin
Scottish, an old form of Margaret.
History
First given in France in the mid 1960s, Marjory peaked around 1980, stayed in use in the 1990s, then became very rare.
Popularity of the name Marjory
Marjory in France
Marjory was most popular in France in the 1980s, with 615 births over the decade, 46% of all recorded babies named Marjory. Its rise began around 1971, and it peaked in 1980. Half of all babies named Marjory in France were born before 1985, so it is mostly a parents' generation name.
Variants and related names
Marjory in our baby name lists
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Marjory mean?
Like Margaret, it goes back to the Greek margaritês, "pearl".
What is the origin of the name Marjory?
Scottish, an old form of Margaret.
Is Marjory a girl's or a boy's name?
Marjory is a girl's name.
What are the variants of the name Marjory?
Variants and related names of Marjory include Margaret and Marguerite.