Marje
Hebrew · Girl · 1 syllable
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About the name Marje
Marje is a diminutive or variant form of Maria/Mary, derived from the Latin Maria, which itself comes from the Hebrew Miriam, meaning "of the sea" or "beloved." The name has roots in Semitic languages and was originally associated with the Virgin Mary in Christian tradition.
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Etymology
Marje is a diminutive or variant form of Maria/Mary, derived from the Latin Maria, which itself comes from the Hebrew Miriam, meaning "of the sea" or "beloved." The name has roots in Semitic languages and was originally associated with the Virgin Mary in Christian tradition.
The name is primarily used in Estonian and other Baltic/Nordic cultures, where it serves as a common given name; it has also been used in Scandinavian regions and carries Christian significance due to its Marian connection, though it is not religiously exclusive.
Marje currently ranks #15,225 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1997.
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