Margeret Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Margeret has Greek origins, meaning 'pearl'. It evolved through Latin and Old French into its current form. The name is linked to concepts of purity and has biblical relevance. Historically, it gained prominence due to associations with notable figures and royalty.
The name Margeret is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the Northeast 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, Margeret has been stalled for female in Northeast. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in Northeast. Across generations, 'Margeret' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1726th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2281st out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3632nd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 9197th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 27321st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 33240th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Margeret' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Margeret"
Pronunciation
/ˈmɑːrɡərɪt/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Margeret is derived from the Greek word 'margaritēs', which means 'pearl'. It has been associated with purity and beauty throughout history.
Meaning
pearl
Language Evolution
Margarita (Latin), Margaret (Old French), Margeret (Middle English)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in medieval Europe, particularly in England and Scotland, due to its association with saints and royalty.
Variants & Derivatives
Margarita, Margaret, Maggie, Meg
Modern Popularity & Image
Margeret is not as commonly used today but is associated with classic elegance and timelessness.
Famous People
Margaret Thatcher, Margaret Atwood, Margaret Mead
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Margeret"
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 of "Margeret"
"Margeret" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1726th of 9107 | 402 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2281st of 9204 | 257 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 3632nd of 12526 | 210 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 9197th of 19264 | 56 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 27321st of 27321 | 5 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 33240th of 35406 | 6 |
Regional Popularity of "Margeret" by Generation for 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) |
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Regional Popularity of "Margeret" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- |
89.20% 1230th/1379 |
- | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
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| 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) |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Margeret"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Margeret" 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.