The baby name Margolis is a unisex name, 3 syllables long and is pronounced "mar-guh-liss".
Margolis is a surname of Jewish origin. It is derived from the Hebrew name Mordechai, which means "warrior" or "servant of Marduk". The name Margolis is a combination of two Yiddish words, "marg" meaning pearl and "olis" meaning son of. Therefore, the name Margolis means "son of the pearl". It is a popular surname among Jewish communities in Eastern Europe and the United States.
The history of the name Margolis can be traced back to the 18th century when Jews in Eastern Europe were required to adopt surnames for taxation and census purposes. Many Jews chose surnames based on their occupation, location, or personal characteristics. Margolis was a popular choice among Jews who lived near the sea or were involved in the pearl trade. The name became more widespread in the 19th and 20th centuries as Jews migrated to the United States and other parts of the world.
Margolis is a gender-neutral name, as it is a surname and not typically used as a first name. The pronunciation of Margolis is mar-goh-lis, with the emphasis on the second syllable. The name is commonly spelled with one "l" in the United States, while in other countries it may be spelled with two "l's". Margolis is a unique and meaningful name that reflects the Jewish heritage and history of its bearers.
Margolis has the following similar or variant Names
- Margolies |
- Margoliss |
- Margolius |
- Margolys |
- Margulis |
- Margulies
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