Mamie
Meaning of Mamie
The name Mamie, pronounced MAY-mee (/ˈmeɪmi/), has a rich history and charming simplicity that continues to appeal to parents today. Originating as a diminutive of Mary or Margaret, Mamie carries with it connotations of warmth and familiarity. While the name can be used for any gender, it has traditionally been more popular for girls. Throughout history, notable figures such as Mamie Eisenhower, the First Lady of the United States from 1953 to 1961, have brought prominence to this endearing name. Variations like Mayme and Mame offer alternative spellings while maintaining the same affectionate sound. Despite its decline in popularity since its peak in the early 20th century, Mamie remains a timeless choice with a vintage charm that many parents find irresistible.
Pronunciation
American English
- Pronunced as MAY-mee (/ˈmeɪmi/)
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Notable People Named Mamie
| Mamie Eisenhower - Mary Geneva "Mamie" Eisenhower was the first lady of the United States from 1953 to 1961 and a prominent figure during World War II as General Eisenhower's wife. |
| Mamie Phipps Clark was an influential African-American social psychologist known for her work on the development of self-consciousness in black preschool children, born and raised in Hot Springs, Arkansas, and educated at Howard University. |
| Mamie Van Doren is a renowned American actress, singer, and sex symbol, best known for her role in the rock 'n' roll film Untamed Youth (1957). |
| Mamie Johnson - Mamie "Peanut" Johnson was a pioneering American professional baseball player and the first female pitcher in the Negro leagues. |
| Mamie Gummer - Mary Willa "Mamie" Gummer is an American actress known for her roles in TV series like Emily Owens, M.D. and The Good Wife, as well as films such as Evening and Ricki and the Flash. |
| Mamie George S. Williams was a pioneering politician from Georgia, known for being the first woman from Georgia and the first African American woman to speak on the floor of the Republican National Convention in 1924. |
| Mamie Dowd Walker - Mary Rebecca "Mamie" Dowd Walker was a pioneering jurist and civil leader in Durham, North Carolina, known for her groundbreaking work in juvenile justice reform. |
| Mamie Thurman (1900–1932) was an American woman whose tragic murder in 1932 near Holden, West Virginia, garnered national attention. |
