Margaret - Name Meaning and Origin

Name:

Margaret

Pronunciation:

/ˈmɑːɡərət/

Gender:

Female

Origin:

Greek

Religion:

Christian

Meaning:

Pearl

Variations:

Margarita; Margherita; Marguerite; Marge; Margie; Maggie; Meg; Peggy; Rita

Margaret is a name of Greek origin, derived from the word "margarites," meaning "pearl." It has been used in various cultures and languages, often with slight variations. Historically, the name gained prominence in Christian contexts, with Saint Margaret of Antioch being a notable figure in early Christianity. The name spread throughout Europe during the Middle Ages, becoming popular in England after the Norman Conquest. Margaret has been borne by queens, saints, and numerous notable women, including Margaret Thatcher, the first female Prime Minister of the United Kingdom. The name's variants, such as Margarita in Spanish and Marguerite in French, reflect its widespread use across different cultures. While traditionally a female name, it remains exclusively so in most regions. Margaret's popularity has fluctuated over time, experiencing peaks in the early 20th century in the United States and the United Kingdom. Today, it is less common but still recognized and used, often paired with modern names like Elizabeth or Anne for siblings. Those named Margaret are often described as strong, independent, and resilient, traits perhaps inspired by historical figures bearing the name.

Popularity of The Name Margaret

Margaret's popularity peaked in the early 20th century in the U.S. and U.K., but has since declined. It remains more common in English-speaking countries, with the U.S., U.K., and Canada being notable regions.

Famous People Named Margaret

Margaret Thatcher

Former Prime Minister of the United Kingdom

Margaret Atwood

Canadian author

Margaret Cho

American comedian

Margaret Mead

American anthropologist

Margaret Sanger

American birth control activist

Interesting Facts About the Name Margaret

Most common surname :

Smith

Most common spouse name :

John

Most common child name :

Elizabeth

Peak birth year :

1920s in the U.S.

Characteristics :

Strong, independent, resilient

Professional orientation :

Leadership, writing, activism

Historical significance :

Borne by queens and saints

Pop culture significance :

Referenced in literature and film

Linguistic origin :

Derived from Greek "margarites," meaning "pearl

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The most popular genealogy profiles named Margaret

Margaret Smith	Margaret Murphy
Margaret McDonald	Margaret Brown
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Margaret Kennedy	Margaret Davis
Margaret O-Brien	Margaret Moore
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Margaret Burns	Margaret Taylor
Margaret Mitchell	Margaret Thompson
Margaret Burke	Margaret Clark
Margaret McCarthy	Margaret Hughes
Margaret Collins	Margaret Scott
Margaret Lynch	Margaret Doyle
Margaret Brennan	Margaret Stewart
Margaret King	Margaret Robinson
Margaret Macdonald	Margaret Graham
Margaret Harris	Margaret O-Connor
Margaret Hall	Margaret Grant
Margaret Dunn	Margaret MC-Donald
Margaret Kane	Margaret Young
Margaret Carroll	Margaret Hogan
Margaret Turner	Margaret Fitzgerald
Margaret Flynn	Margaret Johnston
Margaret Walker	Margaret Morrison
Margaret Robertson	Margaret Watson
Margaret Jackson	Margaret O-Neil
Margaret Adams	Margaret Quinn
Margaret Hayes	Margaret Green
Margaret Hill	Margaret Baker
Margaret Farrell	Margaret Simpson
Margaret Cameron	Margaret Hamilton
Margaret McGrath	Margaret Maher
Margaret Fitzpatrick	Margaret Parker
Margaret Armstrong	Margaret Daly
Margaret Gordon	Margaret Roberts
Margaret Cook	Margaret O-Donnell
Margaret Patterson	Margaret Foley
Margaret Casey	Margaret Gallagher
Margaret Cunningham	Margaret Clarke
Margaret Thomas	Margaret Bell
Margaret Evans	Margaret Reilly
Margaret Wright	Margaret Ross
Margaret Donnelly	Margaret Maloney
Margaret Allen	Margaret Moran
Margaret Butler	Margaret Shaw
Margaret Lyons	Margaret Doherty
Margaret Conway	Margaret Connolly
Margaret Reid	Margaret Edwards
Margaret Power	Margaret Nolan
Margaret Mahoney	Margaret Morgan
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Margaret Russell	Margaret Reynolds
Margaret Ward	Margaret Morris
Margaret McDonell	Margaret Cooper
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Margaret Bennett	Margaret Fraser
Margaret O-Connell	Margaret McKay
Margaret O-Neill	Margaret Richardson
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Margaret Donahue	Margaret Dawson
Margaret Fleming	Margaret Lee
Margaret Ford	Margaret Mills
Margaret McMahon	Margaret McCormick
Margaret Reed	Margaret Henderson
Margaret Wood	Margaret Harrington
Margaret Henry	Margaret Welsh
Margaret Hickey	Margaret Powell
Margaret Ferguson	Margaret Griffin
Margaret Dwyer	Margaret Gorman
Margaret Crawford	Margaret Elliott
Margaret Fisher	Margaret Gray
Margaret Harvey	Margaret Leonard
Margaret Costello	Margaret Egan
Margaret Whelan	Margaret Cole
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Margaret Hunter	Margaret Foster
Margaret Perry	Margaret Phillips
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Common family names with Margaret

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Family Name	Popularity
Smith	0.68%
Murphy	0.57%
McDonald	0.47%
Brown	0.46%
Ryan	0.41%
Kelly	0.39%
Sullivan	0.34%
Wilson	0.31%
Walsh	0.29%
Campbell	0.29%
Jones	0.28%
Johnson	0.28%
Kennedy	0.27%
Davis	0.26%
O-Brien	0.26%
Moore	0.26%
Williams	0.24%
Miller	0.23%
Anderson	0.23%
Murray	0.22%