Holding steady.
Popularity of Maridee since 1938
Babies named Maridee per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1957, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Maridee's real moment was 1938.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1930s | 14 |
| 1940s | 44 |
| 1950s | 70 |
| 1960s | 16 |
| 1970s | 5 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 5 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Maridee is a rare American coinage that first appeared in 1938, its peak year, and has remained very uncommon ever since. Its trajectory is stable, meaning it has not seen a notable increase or decrease in usage. The name is a compound of Mary and Dee, following a mid-20th-century trend for blended feminine names. Although it lacks a traditional etymology or strong cultural associations, its melodic quality and familiar components give it a charming, vintage appeal. The digest data shows no top states for the name, indicating its usage has been sporadic and nationwide.
Maridee is a modern American compound name, formed by blending Mary (a name of debated origin, often derived from Hebrew Miryam) with Dee (a diminutive or standalone name, often from names beginning with D- or as a variant of the letter). Such coinages were particularly fashionable in the mid-20th century, following the pattern of names like Marilee and Jodee.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Mari, Dee, Ree
Variants: Maridy, Maridee
Sibling names for Maridee
Names that share Maridee's style, for a brother or sister.
