Marge
Marge is a girl's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Pearl.
Origin and history
Marge is a classic English diminutive of Margaret, which derives from the Greek word for pearl. It gained significant popularity in the early to mid-20th century in the United States. Today, it is relatively rare for newborns but carries strong vintage cultural associations.
Popularity in the United States
3,784 babies in the United States have been named Marge since 1880. It ranks #2870 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- IL (34.6 %)
- OH (12.9 %)
- MI (11.4 %)
- NY (9.7 %)
- PA (7.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 6 |
| 1890-1900 | 61 |
| 1900-1910 | 152 |
| 1910-1920 | 550 |
| 1920-1930 | 783 |
| 1930-1940 | 701 |
| 1940-1950 | 820 |
| 1950-1960 | 406 |
| 1960-1970 | 283 |
| 1970-1980 | 22 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 0 |
| 2000-2010 | 0 |
| 2010-2019 | 0 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Famous people named Marge
- Marge Champion: Dancer, Choreographer
- Marge Schott: Sports Executive, Businesswoman
- Marge Piercy: Author, Poet
Fun facts
- Marge originated as a familiar short form of the classic name Margaret.
- The name is widely recognized globally due to the fictional character Marge Simpson from The Simpsons.