Margarete Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationmar-guh-RET / /mɑːrɡəˈrɛt/Greek; Latin; German
Meaning
Greek: pearl; Latin: child of light; German: daisy
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Margarete has roots in the Greek name 'Margaretēs', which means 'pearl'. It has been widely used in various cultures, particularly in Europe, since the Middle Ages. The name has been borne by numerous saints and queens, contributing to its popularity. In German-speaking countries, it is often associated with the flower daisy, symbolizing innocence and purity.
Trend Summary
The name Margarete has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with a notable decline in usage since the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Margaret
- Margaretha
- Margarete
International Variants
- Margarita (Spanish)
- Marguerite (French)
- Margarita (Italian)
- Margarita (Portuguese)
Famous people named Margarete
Margarete Buber-Neumann was a German politician and writer known for her works on totalitarianism.
Margarete Steiff was a German seamstress and entrepreneur, founder of the Steiff toy company.
Margarete von Trotta is a German film director and screenwriter recognized for her contributions to cinema.
Margarete Mitscherlich was a German psychoanalyst and author known for her work on women's issues.
Fictional characters named Margarete
Margarete is a character in Goethe's 'Faust', representing innocence and tragedy.
Margarete is a character in the video game 'The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt', known for her role in the storyline.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Margarete was first seen in the United States in 1884. Margarete has ranked as high as #799 nationally, which occurred in 1918, and has been most popular in New York, Ohio, Illinois, Tennessee, and Iowa. In the past 5 years the name Margarete has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Margarete (1986)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1884 | 5 |
1885 | 5 |
1886 | 6 |
1887 | 7 |
1888 | 12 |
1889 | 8 |
1890 | 8 |
1892 | 7 |
1893 | 7 |
1894 | 10 |
1895 | 11 |
1896 | 15 |
1897 | 7 |
1898 | 5 |
1899 | 12 |
1900 | 9 |
1901 | 8 |
1902 | 17 |
1903 | 20 |
1904 | 10 |
1905 | 7 |
1906 | 14 |
1907 | 13 |
1908 | 18 |
1909 | 16 |
1910 | 15 |
1911 | 21 |
1912 | 23 |
1913 | 42 |
1914 | 36 |
1915 | 64 |
1916 | 54 |
1917 | 59 |
1918 | 74 |
1919 | 60 |
1920 | 59 |
1921 | 51 |
1922 | 65 |
1923 | 49 |
1924 | 57 |
1925 | 50 |
1926 | 46 |
1927 | 48 |
1928 | 50 |
1929 | 40 |
1930 | 50 |
1931 | 36 |
1932 | 30 |
1933 | 37 |
1934 | 27 |
1935 | 30 |
1936 | 23 |
1937 | 31 |
1938 | 20 |
1939 | 22 |
1940 | 29 |
1941 | 20 |
1942 | 24 |
1943 | 32 |
1944 | 19 |
1945 | 13 |
1946 | 15 |
1947 | 18 |
1948 | 18 |
1949 | 22 |
1950 | 19 |
1951 | 24 |
1952 | 21 |
1953 | 24 |
1954 | 21 |
1955 | 17 |
1956 | 21 |
1957 | 23 |
1958 | 22 |
1959 | 21 |
1960 | 18 |
1961 | 20 |
1962 | 19 |
1963 | 12 |
1964 | 21 |
1965 | 16 |
1966 | 11 |
1967 | 7 |
1968 | 9 |
1969 | 14 |
1970 | 11 |
1971 | 7 |
1972 | 10 |
1974 | 5 |
1975 | 5 |
1977 | 6 |
1979 | 9 |
1980 | 12 |
1981 | 6 |
1982 | 5 |
1983 | 12 |
1984 | 10 |
1985 | 5 |
1986 | 14 |
1987 | 8 |
1988 | 11 |
1989 | 5 |
1990 | 7 |
1991 | 6 |
1992 | 5 |
1993 | 9 |
1994 | 10 |
1995 | 7 |
1996 | 8 |
1997 | 6 |
1999 | 8 |
2000 | 8 |
2003 | 10 |
2006 | 8 |
2007 | 9 |
2008 | 6 |
2014 | 7 |
2020 | 5 |
2022 | 5 |
2024 | 8 |