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Marivelle

Female

« Marivelle is a captivating French name derived from Marie-Victoire, meaning "Mary-Victory". »

#57196 since 1900

Meaning, origin, history

Marivelle is a unique and captivating name of French origin. It is derived from the French name Marie-Victoire, which means "Mary-Victory". The name Mary is of Hebrew origin and means "sea of bitterness" or "rebelliousness", while Victoire is a French name that means "victory". The name Marivelle was likely created by combining the names Marie andVictoire. It gained popularity in France during the 19th century, particularly among families who were devout Catholics and admired the strength and resilience associated with the meaning of the name. Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals named Marivelle. One example is French poet and novelist George Sand (1804-1876), whose real name was Amantine Aurore Lucile Dupin. Although she was born with the name Amantine, her family often called her "Marivelle" as a nickname. Today, Marivelle remains a distinctive and memorable name, though it is still relatively uncommon outside of France. Its meaning and origins continue to make it an appealing choice for parents looking for a unique and meaningful name for their daughter.

In numbers

Popularity of the name Marivelle since 1880

Total births
7
Total since 1880
Peak year
1997
7 births
in 1997
7
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
0%
vs previous 5 years