A feminine given name, also referring to a herb (sweet marjoram) used in cooking and traditional medicine. The name was popular in medieval times and experienced revivals.
From Old French marguerite, ultimately from Latin margarita meaning 'pearl'. Also connected to the herb marjoram through folk etymology. The name evolved through various forms including Margery and became associated with the daisy flower.
Marjorie was such a popular medieval name that it spawned the phrase 'every Tom, Dick and Harry' - except the original version was 'every Tom, Dick and Marjorie'! The herb connection means some Marjories are literally named after a pizza topping.
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