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Marigold

Marigold is a girls' name of English origin meaning “Mary's gold, golden flower.”

pronunciation

MAIR-ih-gohld

meaning & origin

The name Marigold means “Mary's gold, golden flower.” It comes from the English language tradition.

A compound of 'Mary' and 'gold,' the marigold flower was associated with the Virgin Mary in medieval England. In Mexican culture, marigolds (cempasúchil) are central to Día de los Muertos traditions as guides for the dead.

famous people named Marigold

  • Princess Marigold (fictional character in various tales)
  • Marigold (Downton Abbey character)

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