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Margrethe Olsdtr. Walentinsen (born Waage), 1897 - 1971
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Margrethe Waage (born Walaas), 1893 - 1986
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Margrethe Waage (born Andreasdatter), 1893 - 1986
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Margrethe Ingebrigtsdatter Aarland (born Waage), 1866 - 1929
MyHeritage Family TreesMargrethe Waage Strømsheim, 1965 - 2008
MyHeritage Family TreesMargrethe (Geta) Waage (born Dørum), 1903 - 1962
MyHeritage Family TreesMargrethe Ingebrigtsdatter Aarland (born Waage), 1866 - 1929
MyHeritage Family TreesMargrethe Løken (born Waage), 1905 - 1992
MyHeritage Family TreesMargrethe Waage (born Dørum), 1902 - 1962
MyHeritage Family TreesHjelpepleier Margrethe Strømsheim (born Waage), 1965 - 2008
MyHeritage Family TreesMargrethe Persdotter Waage, 1965 - 2008
MyHeritage Family TreesMargrethe Strømsheim (born Waage), 1965 - 2008
MyHeritage Family TreesMargrethe Stømsheim (born Waage), 1965 - 2008
MyHeritage Family TreesMargrethe Ingebrigtsdatter Aarland (born Vaage), 1876 - 1929
MyHeritage Family TreesMargrethe Skjold (born Waage), 1923 - 2022
MyHeritage Family Treesmargrethe waage strømsheim, 1965 - 2008
MyHeritage Family TreesMargrethe Waage, born 1905
MyHeritage Family TreesMargrethe Elisabet Wegner Storhaug (born Waage), born 1890
MyHeritage Family TreesMargrethe Elisabeth Wegner Larsen Storhaug (born Waage), born 1890
MyHeritage Family TreesMargrethe Elisabet Wegner Storhaug (born Waage), born 1890
MyHeritage Family TreesMargrethe Andersdatter Greve (born Waage), born 1640
MyHeritage Family TreesMargrethe Waage, born 1923
MyHeritage Family TreesMargrethe Waage (born Walaas)
MyHeritage Family TreesMargrethe Waage, born 1893
Norway Church Records, 1815-1938Margrethe Waage, born 1867
Norway Church Records, 1815-1938Margrethe Waage, Circa 1784 - 1858
Norway Church Records, 1815-1938Margrethe Ingebrigtsdatter Aarland (born Waage), Circa 1866 - 1929
Geni World Family TreeMargrethe Waage (born Walaas), 1893 - 1986
Geni World Family TreeMargrethe Waage, 1903 - 1962
Geni World Family TreeMargrethe Larssen (born Waage), 1863 - 1926
Geni World Family TreeMargrethe Waage, 1867 - 1893
Norway Burials, 1666-1927Margrethe Waage, 1784 - 1858
Norway Burials, 1666-1927Margrethe Waage (born Walaas), born 1893
FamilySearch Family TreeMargrethe Jakobsdatter Simonsen (born Waage)
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- Margrethe Wage
- Margrete Waage
- Margrethe Vaage
- Margrete Vaage
- Margretha Waage
- Margarethe Waage
- Margareta Waage
- Margaret Waage
- Margret Waage
- Margrethe Wauge
- Norway 83%
- USA 17%
Margrethe stems from the Greek word "margarites," meaning "pearl." This Greek term itself likely originated from an even older source, possibly a Sanskrit word with a similar meaning. The name traveled into Latin as "margarita," retaining its association with the precious gem. From Latin, it spread into various European languages, undergoing slight phonetic shifts depending on the language's sound system. The "th" sound in Margrethe is a common adaptation in Scandinavian languages, reflecting their pronunciation rules. The name's popularity grew throughout Europe during the Middle Ages, often associated with Saint Margaret of Antioch, a popular early Christian saint. Royal figures also helped spread the name's use. Margrethe is particularly common in Denmark and Norway, and variations like Margaret are widespread in English-speaking countries. Diminutives include Grethe, Greta, and Maggie. The name has experienced periods of higher and lower popularity, reflecting broader trends in naming conventions and cultural influences.
The surname Waage has its historical roots in Germany, particularly in the regions of Lower Saxony and Westphalia. The name is derived from the Middle Low German word "waage," which translates to "scale" or "balance," suggesting that it may have originally been an occupational surname for someone who worked as a weighmaster or in a trade involving weights and measures. The use of surnames in this context began to solidify in the late Middle Ages, around the 13th century, as populations grew and the need for distinguishing individuals became more pronounced. Over time, those bearing the surname Waage may have been associated with roles in commerce, trade, or even in the legal system, where accurate measurements were crucial.
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