Maguerite Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationmah-GER-it / mɑːˈɡɛrɪtFrench; Latin
Meaning
French: Pearl; Latin: Diminutive of Margareta
Historical & Cultural Background
Maguerite is a variant of the name Marguerite, which has roots in the Latin name Margareta. The name has been popular in France and has historical significance, often associated with nobility. It has been used in various literary works and has cultural ties to the concept of purity and beauty, symbolized by the pearl.
Trend Summary
The name Maguerite has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with a notable presence in the early to mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Marguerite
- Margaret
International Variants
- Margarita (Spanish)
- Margarete (German)
- Margarite (French)
Famous people named Maguerite
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Maguerite was first seen in the United States in 1920. Maguerite has ranked as high as #885 nationally, which occurred in 1920, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Maguerite has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Maguerite
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
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1920 | 5 |