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[Opinions] Magdalena and Marguerite
I like the idea of the nickname Maggie but am not particularly into plain old Margaret. Marguerite feels like a more youthful and fun alternative and I also like the idea of Magdalena "Maggie" as well. The main problem with Magdalena though being the awkward sound of the GD transition. It's definitely "clunky" of a sound. Plus people have varying views on Magda in general. Plus in the US I feel like any and all Marguerites would just be called Margaret regardless. WDYT?Please rate my "Names I would Use" list. Feel free to rate some of my other lists too if you want.
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I kinda like Magda? However, my only association with it is Magda Goebbels and yeah no. Marguerite is sweet, though I slightly prefer Margherita and Margarida.
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I prefer Margaret to Marguerite; partly because anyone can pronounce it! Maggie is OK. I find Magdalena very clunky, but I like Magdalen a lot.
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I much prefer Magdalena “Maggie”. Margaret is so dusty and serious and boring and while Marguerite has a fresher, more youthful vibe, I’d still choose Magdalena. Actually I’d be inclined to use Maggie as a full name, or as a nn for Magnolia.
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I like them both
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Maggie, as a nickname for Margaret, is definitely dated.Marguerite is a nicer option, but yes, Marguerite people would be called Margaret, unless Maggie predominates.I also like Magdalena "Maggie", but my favourite nickname for Magdalena is Lena, although Magda and Maggie aren't bad options.What about Margot nn Maggie? It's cute, not old and no-nonsense.
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I second this, Margot nn Maggie is perfect, its short sweet easily pronounced and spelled and ages well :)
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What about Megara? That is the heroine from Hercules. She was always my favourite :)Otherwise, I like Magdalene. I think Magdalena is too much.
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