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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Devotee of (Saint) Maedoc
- Origin
- Irish
- Pronunciation
- MAR-muh-dyook
Marmaduke is an Irish name meaning "devotee of (Saint) Maedoc," and it's pronounced MAR-muh-dyook. It's a long, three-syllable name with a distinctive sound that works well if you want something clearly uncommon. The nickname options are yours to explore, since the name has plenty of room to be shortened or kept in full.
Meaning & Origin of Marmaduke
Meaning: Devotee of (Saint) Maedoc.
Origin: Irish.
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Marmaduke
MAR-muh-dyookIPA /ˈmɑːrmədjuːk/
Popularity of Marmaduke
Marmaduke does not appear in U.S. Social Security birth-name records (38,443 names on file, 1880–present) — likely too rare, too new, or recorded under a different spelling. No popularity rank or trend is shown rather than an invented one.
FAQ
What does the name Marmaduke mean?
Devotee of (Saint) Maedoc. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Marmaduke?
Marmaduke is pronounced MAR-muh-dyook (IPA: /ˈmɑːrmədjuːk/).
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