Marjo

Marjo is a Finnish and Dutch feminine given name that arose as a contracted blend of Maria and Johanna, or in some cases as a short form of compounds beginning with Mar- paired with a -jo suffix. Maria derives ultimately from the Hebrew Miryam, whose precise meaning is debated but often associated with meanings such as beloved or wished-for child, while Johanna traces back to the Hebrew Yohanan, meaning God is gracious. The name has been in steady use in Finland and the Netherlands throughout the twentieth century as an independent given name. Related forms include Marja, Marjatta, and Marijo.