Marigene is a beautiful and unique name for baby girls. This name has an English origin and is believed to be a combination of the names Mary and Eugene. Marigene has a charming and melodic sound, making it a delightful choice for parents who want a name that stands out. In terms of associations, Marigene shares some similarities with the name Marjorie, which is another variant of the same root names. The British English pronunciation of Marigene is MAIR-uh-jeen (/mɛərˈədʒiːn/), while the American English pronunciation is also MAIR-uh-jeen (/mɛərˈədʒin/). Over the years, Marigene has had varying levels of popularity in the United States. It peaked in the 1940s when it ranked as high as 5th most popular among newborn girls. While its popularity has waned since then, this name's uniqueness makes it an excellent choice for those looking for something distinctive and full of character.
Marigene Gertrude Valiquette, a former member of the Ohio General Assembly, served 24 consecutive years in the state legislature, first in the Ohio House of Representatives and later in the Ohio State Senate. |