Meaning: Dutch pet form of Maria
The story
Marieke is an affectionate Dutch form of Maria. The -ke ending is part of the local shortening pattern, while the older name’s uncertain meaning should not become a new literal translation.
Nicknames
- Rieke
- Mies
Spellings & variants
- Marijke
- Mareike
- Maaike
Popularity
Rare gem
Rare in US records; use elsewhere may differ.
Style
Origins
Marieke comes from Dutch and Flemish.
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