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Marguerite SCHROEDER (born DEGNER), born 1822
MyHeritage Family TreesMarguerite SCHROEDER (born DEGNER)
MyHeritage Family TreesMarguerite L Degner (born Steiner), 1892 - 1965
FamilySearch Family TreeMarguerite Schroeder (born Degner), born 1822
FamilySearch Family TreeMarguerite Madeleine Litt (born Degner)
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Marguerite DEGNER, born 1822
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Marguerite DEGNER, born 1822
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Marguerite DEGNER, born 1822
Filae Family TreesMarguerite Madeleine Degner, born 1840
France, MarriagesMarguerite Degner (born Ost)
Names & Stories in Newspapers from OldNews.com (Minnesota, Wisconsin, Illinois)Marguerite Degner
Names & Stories in Newspapers from OldNews.com (Minnesota, Wisconsin, Illinois)Marguerite Degner
Names & Stories in Newspapers from OldNews.com (Minnesota, Wisconsin, Illinois)Marguerite L. Steiner (Degner), born 1888
Pennsylvania MarriagesMarguerite Degner, born Circa 1893
1930 United States Federal Census
Marguerite Louise Degner, died 1965
Ohio Deaths
Marguerite DEGNER, born Circa 1846
France, Vital Records Index
Marguerite DEGNER
France, Vital Records Index
Marguerite DEGNER, born 1850
France, Vital Records IndexMarguerite Degner, died Circa 1965
Pennsylvania, Erie County Obituaries
Marguerite GAY (DEGNER)
France, Church Marriages and Civil MarriagesMarguerite Degner, born 1855
France, Births and BaptismsMarguerite Degner, born 1857
France, Births and BaptismsMarguerite Degner, born 1848
France, Births and BaptismsMarguerite Degner, born 1889
United States, World War II Draft Registrations, 1940-1947Enter a few names and MyHeritage will build your family tree and deliver new insights about Marguerite Degner
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- Margueritte Degner
- Marguerita Degner
- Margherita Degner
- Marguerete Degner
- Marguerit Degner
- Marguerite Degener
- Marguerite Degnerd
- Marguerite Degnar
- Marguerite Degnerre
- Marguerite Degnerz
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"Marguerite" sprouts from the Greek word "margaritēs," meaning "pearl." This Greek term likely came from an older Sanskrit word, "manjari," referring to a pearl or flower bud. The Greek "margaritēs" entered Latin as "margarita," retaining the pearl meaning. Old French then adopted "margarite," which eventually became the English "Marguerite." The spelling variations reflect the different paths the word took through various languages. The name's association with pearls gave it a symbolic connection to purity and beauty. "Marguerite" gained popularity in France during the Middle Ages and Renaissance. It was often associated with Saint Margaret of Antioch, a virgin martyr. From France, the name spread to other European countries, including England. Common English diminutives include Maggie, Margot, and Daisy, the last drawing on the flower name also associated with "Marguerite" in French. The name has experienced periods of higher and lower popularity, reflecting broader trends in naming conventions.
The surname Degner has its roots in Germany, where it is believed to have originated from the Middle High German word "degen," meaning "warrior" or "knight." This suggests that the name may have initially been a nickname or a title for individuals who held a martial role or were associated with nobility. The earliest records of the surname can be traced back to the medieval period, particularly in regions that are now part of modern-day Germany. Over time, the name evolved, and its bearers often engaged in various occupations, including farming and craftsmanship, reflecting the agrarian and artisanal society of the time. The surname Degner may also carry connotations of strength and valor, traits associated with its warrior origins.
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