Name Profile
Margaret
“Pearl” — English
GirlEnglish3 syllablesCurrent rank #119 (2024)
About Margaret
Margaret is a stately and sophisticated English girl's name that beautifully translates to "pearl." Long favored by royalty and literary icons alike, it exudes a timeless grace and inner wisdom. Its vintage appeal and wealth of delightful nicknames make it a versatile jewel of a name.
Quick Facts
GenderGirl
OriginEnglish
Syllables3
Nicknames for Margaret
MargMargieMargyMarMarie
Popularity in the U.S.
Margaret ranks #119 in U.S. SSA 2024 girls data with 2,303 births..
Margaret popularity chartUse the Births and Rank buttons to change the metric. The data values are listed below.Margaret had 2,303 births in 2024.
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| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 2,108 | #155 |
| 2016 | 2,215 | #139 |
| 2017 | 2,253 | #132 |
| 2018 | 2,330 | #127 |
| 2019 | 2,207 | #127 |
| 2020 | 2,178 | #126 |
| 2021 | 2,242 | #125 |
| 2022 | 2,197 | #127 |
| 2023 | 2,083 | #132 |
| 2024 | 2,303 | #119 |
Middle Name Ideas
- Margaret Rose
- Margaret Claire
- Margaret June
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Margaret mean?
Margaret is commonly linked to the meaning Pearl and is associated with English roots.
Is Margaret a popular baby name in the U.S.?
Margaret ranks #119 in U.S. SSA 2024 girls data with 2,303 births..
What are common nicknames for Margaret?
Popular nicknames include Marg, Margie, Margy, Mar, Marie.