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Marigona
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- Name
- Marigona
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The first name Marigona is regarded as an Albanian variant of Maria, which traces back to the Hebrew name Mirjam. The translation of the name includes meanings such as 'the Untamed', 'the Well-Nourished', 'the Bitter', 'the Beloved', 'the One Coming from the Sea', 'the Drop of the Sea', or 'the Star of the Sea'.
What does the name Marigona mean?
Marigona, a female first name, is considered an Albanian derivation of Maria, which in turn comes from the Hebrew Mirjam. The translations of the name are diverse and include meanings such as 'the Untamed', 'the Well-Nourished', 'the Bitter', 'the Beloved', 'the One Coming from the Sea', 'the Drop of the Sea', or 'the Star of the Sea'. The exact origins of the name are unclear, but it is believed to have ancient Egyptian roots, derived from mry, meaning 'loved'. Furthermore, Marigona could be a variant of the girl's name Marigo, which also appears in other countries. The name is also associated with a woman who sewed the flag that was raised on November 28, 1912, Albania's Independence Day.
How do you pronounce Marigona?
The sound structure and pronunciation of Marigona is four-syllabic and rhythmically appealing. The name is pronounced as 'Ma-ri-go-na' [maʁiˈɡoːna], with open and darker vowels alternating in harmonious order. The hard 'g' in the third syllable places a distinct accent, while the final 'a' gently fades away. Marigona sounds melodious and present – structured and expressive.
When is the name day of Marigona?
The name day for Marigona falls on January 1, January 30, February 2, February 11, July 6, August 15, and September 12.
Popularity
In Germany, Marigona is one of the rarer first names. The name currently ranks 5,884th in the list of the most common female baby names. Its best placement was in 1992 at rank 158. In the last ten years, it has been given as a first name approximately 40 times, placing it 3,965th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 4,452nd.
Nicknames & pet names
Gon / Gona / Gone / Goni / Mag / Maggy / Margo / Mari / Marie / Mary / Mia
Famous people
- Marigona Dragusha (Kosovar model)
- Marigona Zani (Albanian football player)
Frequently asked questions about the name Marigona
What is the origin of the name Marigona?
Marigona has both ancient Hebrew and ancient Aramaic roots and is an Albanian derivation of Maria, which comes from the Hebrew Mirjam.
What does the name Marigona mean?
The name is associated with various meanings, including 'the Untamed', 'the Bitter', and 'the Beloved'.
What nicknames are there for Marigona?
Popular nicknames for Marigona include Gon, Gona, Goni, Mag, Maggy, Margo, Mari, Marie, Mary, and Mia.
How is Marigona pronounced?
Marigona is typically pronounced as [ma-ri-go-na], with the emphasis often on the second syllable.