Marijke
Dutch · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Marijke
Marijke is a Dutch diminutive form of Maria, derived from the Latin name Maria, which itself comes from Hebrew origins meaning "of the sea" or "beloved." The name combines the root Maria with the diminutive suffix -jke, common in Dutch and Flemish naming conventions.
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Etymology
Marijke is a Dutch diminutive form of Maria, derived from the Latin name Maria, which itself comes from Hebrew origins meaning "of the sea" or "beloved." The name combines the root Maria with the diminutive suffix -jke, common in Dutch and Flemish naming conventions. The name is primarily used in the Netherlands, Belgium, and other Dutch-speaking regions, with particular prevalence in Dutch culture and historically among Christian populations, especially during the 20th century when it was popular in the Netherlands.
Marijke currently ranks #17,268 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1990.
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