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Female Name

Mamie

ˈmeɪ.mi
Overview

Gender

feminine

Origin

Categories

American Horror Story characters
baseball players
black history
blues musicians
currently out of the US top 1000
diminutives
ends in -ie
film titles
first ladies of the USA
gemstones
Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
57/100
classic120%
mature65%
informal80%
wholesome120%
refined65%
strange100%
simple120%

Meaning & Etymology

Mamie is a diminutive form of the names Mary or Margaret. It is often used as a nickname and has been a popular given name in various cultures. The name carries connotations of warmth and familiarity, often associated with maternal figures or beloved family members.

Etymology

Original Form:

Mary or Margaret

Evolution:

The name Mamie evolved as a diminutive and affectionate form of Mary or Margaret, commonly used in English-speaking countries. It gained popularity in the 19th and early 20th centuries.

Source:

Historical records and linguistic studies

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