Mame
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- Name
- Mame
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
- 2
Mame is a variant of Mamie. The name is a pet form of Margaret, the English variant of Margarete, as well as of Mary, the English variant of Maria.
What does the name Mame mean?
Mame is a variant of Mamie. The name is a pet form of Margaret, the English variant of Margarete, as well as of Mary, the English variant of Maria. As a variant of Margarete, the name Mame means 'the pearl', from Latin margarita or Ancient Greek margarites for 'pearl'. As a variant of the biblical name Maria, the meaning of Mame is not secured. Presumably, the name Maria has Egyptian origins meaning 'the beloved' or Hebrew origins with possible meanings such as 'the nourished one', 'the sea myrrh', 'the sea drop', 'the rebellious one', or 'the untamed one'. More about the individual derivations can be found on the name page for Maria. Mame is also a gender-neutral variant of Maame, an African first name meaning 'mother'. Therefore, the first name Mame occasionally appears as a boy's name, mostly in African and French contexts. In the USA and other English-speaking countries, Mame is hardly used as a first name today. The name is most common in France and some African countries, particularly Senegal.
Where does the name Mame come from?
Etymology Mame is a female and male first name of Ancient Hebrew and Egyptian origin with meanings such as 'the beloved' or 'the pearl' and others.
How do you pronounce Mame?
Sound & pronunciation of Mame: The name Mame is one syllable to two syllables and vocally open. It is usually pronounced as 'Mam' [mam] or softly elongated, with the open A bringing warmth to the sound. The repetition of the nasal gives it a soft, round structure. The compact ending gives the name a calm presence. Mame feels down-to-earth and friendly - present, simple, and sonically clear.
When is the name day of Mame?
Mame, as a variant of Mamie, has its name day on July 20 (Margaret of Antioch) and September 12 (the Name of Mary).
Popularity
Mame is a common first name in Germany. Currently, it ranks 4,045th in the list of the most popular female baby names. Its best placement was in 2010 at 1,573rd. In the last ten years, Mame has been given as a first name about 50 times, placing it 3,540th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 3,322nd.
Nicknames & pet names
Mamie
Famous people
- Mame (jazz song by Satchmo L. Armstrong)
Frequently asked questions about the name Mame
What is the origin of the name Mame?
Mame is a first name of Ancient Hebrew and Egyptian origin and is used for both women and men. The meaning ranges from 'the beloved' to 'the pearl'.
What does the name Mame mean?
Mame is a pet form of Mamie, which in turn is derived from Margaret and Mary. As a variant of Margarete, the name means 'the pearl', while the meaning related to Maria is not clear but includes various interpretations such as 'the beloved' or 'the rebellious one'.
How popular is the name Mame?
In the USA and other English-speaking countries, the name Mame is hardly used today. However, it is most commonly found in France and some African countries, particularly Senegal.