Find out how popular the first name Mardi has been for the last 35 years (from 1975 to 2009) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Mardi by gender

Based on the last 35 years of data, Mardi is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2009, there were 7 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Mardi.

The history of the first name Mardi

The name Mardi is derived from the French word "mardi," which means Tuesday. It is believed to have its origins in the Roman era, as the Romans named the days of the week after celestial bodies and deities. Tuesday was originally known as "dies Martis" or "the day of Mars," the Roman god of war.

In medieval France, the French word for Tuesday, "mardi," emerged from the Latin "dies Martis." While not a traditional French given name, Mardi was likely used as a nickname or informal name for individuals born on a Tuesday. It may have also been used as a playful or whimsical name choice in later centuries.

One of the earliest recorded uses of Mardi as a given name dates back to the 16th century. In 1536, a French playwright named Mardi Gras (literally "Fat Tuesday") wrote a satirical play titled "La Sottie du Prince des Sotz" (The Folly of the Prince of Fools).

Another notable historical figure with the name Mardi was Mardi Tindal (1653-1733), an English deist and philosopher. He was known for his works challenging the traditional Christian doctrine and advocating for natural religion based on reason and observation.

In the 19th century, Mardi Merrick (1835-1903) was an American author and journalist. She wrote several novels and short stories, including "Violet, the Child-Widow" and "The Master's House."

A more recent historical figure with the name Mardi was Mardi Richmond (1916-2006), an American actress and dancer. She appeared in several Broadway productions and Hollywood films in the 1940s and 1950s, including "Kiss Me Kate" and "On the Town."

Finally, Mardi Gras Shipnuck (1940-2018) was an American journalist and writer. He was best known for his work as a senior writer for Sports Illustrated, covering golf and other sports.

Data source

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