Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Margarett has Greek origins, meaning 'pearl.' It evolved through various languages, including Latin and Old French, before becoming established in English. The name conveys traits of strength and purity and lacks a specific biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the medieval period and is associated with notable figures in literature.
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/mɑːrˈɡɛt/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Margarett is derived from the Greek word 'margaritēs,' meaning 'pearl.' It was popularized in Christian contexts through the association with Saint Margaret of Antioch, who was a Christian martyr.
Meaning
pearl
Language Evolution
Margareta (Latin), Margaret (Old French), Margarett (Middle English)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the medieval period due to its association with saints, particularly in Europe. It became widely used in English-speaking countries after the Norman Conquest.
Variants & Derivatives
Margaret, Maggie, Greta, Margie
Modern Popularity & Image
Margarett is less common today but retains a classic, elegant image. It is often associated with strength and purity due to its meaning.
Famous People
Margarett Smith, an influential 20th-century author, Margarett Lee Runbeck, a noted American writer
📊 Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 117 peak births in 1922
Geographic Spread
Popular across 20 US states, with strongest presence in Arkansas
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 781st of 9107 | 1,545 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 768th of 9204 | 1,594 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1323rd of 12526 | 1,149 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3783rd of 19264 | 266 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 9318th of 27321 | 108 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 15946th of 35406 | 68 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 18713th of 30306 | 31 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
62.85% 890th/1416 |
- |
24.30% 575th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
65.33% 1010th/1546 |
- |
22.23% 523rd/2353 |
100.00% 1547th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
100.00% 2227th/2227 |
- |
31.79% 907th/2853 |
- |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - |
100.00% 3518th/3518 |
100.00% 4044th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity
This map shows relative popularity across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends in the United States
This name shows strongest popularity in Arkansas across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Silent Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, usage has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 781st out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 768th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1323rd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3783rd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 9318th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 15946th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 18713th out of 30306 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.