Girl · 1726th of 9,107
Margeret
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
972
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1918
Peak Popularity Year
38
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Margeret stands across generations
This name is not present in the Generation Alpha ranking.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
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.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
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
Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 38 peak births in 1918
Geographic Spread
Popular across 1 US states, with strongest presence in New York
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 6 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 12 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
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
Full popularity table across American generations 6 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |