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Marykay

MARE-ee-KAY

Popularity

#12935

rising

Letters

7

Syllables

3

Origin

Hebrew

Total Births

937

Peak Year

#72 in 1961

First Recorded

1940

Style

Vintage, Classic & Timeless

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

Marykay is a compound name combining Mary, of Hebrew origin meaning 'bitter' or 'beloved', and Kay, a diminutive of Katherine (Greek 'pure') or Margaret (Greek 'pearl').

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Numerology

7

The Seeker

Wise, introspective, and spiritual. These names carry depth and a quiet inner power.

Famous Namesakes

  • Mary Kay Ash

    Founder of Mary Kay Cosmetics.

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Personality Traits

EntrepreneurialNurturingOrganizedWarm

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