Mame
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Mame is a girl’s name of English origin, meaning “Mame is a feminine name of English origin, often a diminutive of Mary or Margaret. It carries a playful and endearing quality.”. It currently ranks #6809 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2002.
What Mame Means
“Mame is a feminine name of English origin, often a diminutive of Mary or Margaret. It carries a playful and endearing quality.”
The Story of Mame
This name carries the vivacious spirit of a bold woman who knew how to command a room and charm the world, a spirit now waiting for your daughter.
Mame, often a playful diminutive of Mary or Margaret, has a lively English charm. While its roots can be traced to these classic names, 'Mame' developed its own distinct persona, particularly popularized by the character Mame Dennis in Patrick Dennis's novel 'Auntie Mame' and the subsequent musical. This association imbues the name with a sense of sophisticated exuberance and bold individuality.
When you say 'Mame,' does it feel like a bright, confident declaration? This name carries a theatrical flair, a sense of sophisticated wit and an unapologetic zest for life. It’s for a daughter you envision embracing the world with open arms, someone who will make every moment feel like an adventure. Writing 'Mame' on a birth certificate will feel like signing your name to a promise of fun and bold living.
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Numerology
The Creative
Expressive, joyful, and imaginative. Names vibrating at 3 inspire creativity and optimism.
Famous Namesakes
Mame Dennis
Character from the novel and musical 'Auntie Mame'.
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#29 in 2002
Total Births
649
First Recorded
1880
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