Find out how popular the first name Mardy has been for the last 16 years (from 1975 to 1990) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Mardy by gender

Based on the last 16 years of data, Mardy is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 1990, there were 6 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Mardy.

The history of the first name Mardy

The name Mardy is a variant of the name Mardie, which is believed to have originated in the Middle English language during the medieval period. It is thought to be a diminutive form of the name Mardith, which was derived from the Old English word "mere" meaning "famous" or "renowned."

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Mardy can be found in the Domesday Book, a manuscript record of the great survey of England completed in 1086 by order of William the Conqueror. In this text, a landowner named Mardy is mentioned as holding property in the county of Yorkshire.

Throughout the Middle Ages, the name Mardy was relatively uncommon but was used sporadically in various parts of England. It is possible that the name was also used in other parts of the British Isles, as well as in certain areas of continental Europe where English influence was present.

One notable historical figure who bore the name Mardy was Mardy ap Rhys, a Welsh soldier and nobleman who lived in the late 13th century and fought alongside King Edward I during the conquest of Wales. Another individual of note was Mardy of Dunstable, a 14th-century English monk and chronicler who wrote about the events of his time.

In the 15th century, a woman named Mardy Shelton was among the ladies-in-waiting to Queen Elizabeth of York, the wife of King Henry VII. Centuries later, in the 18th century, there was a Mardy Browne who served as a member of the British Parliament representing the borough of Newcastle-under-Lyme.

Another notable bearer of the name was Mardy Murie, an American naturalist and conservationist who was born in 1902 and played a significant role in the establishment of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge. She was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 1998 and is considered a pioneering figure in the environmental movement.

While not as common as some other names, Mardy has maintained a presence throughout history, appearing in various records and carried by individuals from diverse backgrounds and walks of life. Its origins can be traced back to the English language and the medieval period, reflecting its long-standing roots in the cultural heritage of the British Isles.

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