Marge
Meaning of Marge
Marge is a female name with origins in English. It is a short form of the name Marjorie. In British English, it is pronounced as mahrj (/mɑːdʒ/), while in American English, it is pronounced as mahrj (/mɑrdʒ/). Marge has been used as a given name for girls for many years, and its popularity has varied over time. According to data for newborns in Illinois, Marge ranked between 249 and 967 in terms of occurrence and popularity from the early 1900s to the 1960s. The name Marjorie is also associated with notable individuals throughout history, including famous actresses and writers. Consider choosing Marge as a unique and timeless option for your baby girl's name.
Pronunciation
British English
- Pronunced as mahrj (/mɑːdʒ/)
American English
- Pronunced as mahrj (/mɑrdʒ/)
U.S. Popularity Chart
Notable People Named Marge
| Marge Schott - Margaret Carolyn Schott was an influential American baseball executive who served as the managing general partner, president, and CEO of Major League Baseball's Cincinnati Reds franchise from 1984 to 1999. |
| Marge Champion - Marjorie Celeste Champion was a talented American dancer and actress known for her work in film musicals, television, and as a dance model for Walt Disney Studios. |
| Marge Piercy is an American progressive activist, feminist, and writer known for her acclaimed novels and commitment to social and political activism. |
| Marjorie Henderson Buell, also known as Marge, was an American cartoonist famous for creating Little Lulu. |
| Marge Ragona is a religious leader and advocate for LGBT rights. |
| Marjorie Redmond, also known as Marge Redmond, was a renowned American actress and singer. |
| Marge Summit was an American LGBT activist. |
| Marge Calhoun was the first woman world champion surfer after winning the Makaha International competition on the Hawaiian island of Oahu. |
| Marge Carey - Margery Carey, MBE was a British trade unionist and served as President of the Union of Shop, Distributive and Allied Workers (USDAW) from 1997 to 2006. |
| Marge Petty - Marjorie "Marge" Petty is an American former politician who served for 12 years in the Kansas State Senate. |
