Margeret Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationMAR-guh-ret / /ˈmɑːrɡərɪt/English; Greek; Latin
Meaning
English: Pearl; Greek: Child of light; Latin: Of the sea
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Margeret is derived from the Greek word 'margaritēs', meaning pearl. It has been used in various forms across cultures and languages, often associated with purity and beauty. The name has historical significance, being borne by several saints and queens throughout history, which contributed to its popularity in medieval Europe.
Trend Summary
The name Margaret has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., peaking in the early 20th century and experiencing a decline in recent decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Margaret
- Maggie
- Meg
International Variants
- Margarita (Spanish)
- Marguerite (French)
- Margarite (German)
- Margarita (Italian)
Famous people named Margeret
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Margeret was first seen in the United States in 1880. Margeret has ranked as high as #835 nationally, which occurred in 1918, and has been most popular in New York. In the past 5 years the name Margeret has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Margeret (1927)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 8 |
| 1882 | 5 |
| 1891 | 8 |
| 1898 | 5 |
| 1900 | 10 |
| 1903 | 8 |
| 1905 | 9 |
| 1906 | 11 |
| 1907 | 6 |
| 1909 | 7 |
| 1910 | 13 |
| 1912 | 10 |
| 1913 | 14 |
| 1914 | 16 |
| 1915 | 17 |
| 1916 | 20 |
| 1917 | 26 |
| 1918 | 38 |
| 1919 | 26 |
| 1920 | 30 |
| 1921 | 19 |
| 1922 | 19 |
| 1923 | 25 |
| 1924 | 29 |
| 1925 | 12 |
| 1926 | 26 |
| 1927 | 21 |
| 1928 | 18 |
| 1929 | 22 |
| 1930 | 22 |
| 1931 | 23 |
| 1932 | 15 |
| 1933 | 16 |
| 1934 | 8 |
| 1935 | 6 |
| 1936 | 12 |
| 1937 | 11 |
| 1938 | 17 |
| 1939 | 10 |
| 1940 | 12 |
| 1941 | 15 |
| 1942 | 17 |
| 1943 | 9 |
| 1944 | 10 |
| 1945 | 14 |
| 1946 | 6 |
| 1947 | 19 |
| 1948 | 9 |
| 1949 | 13 |
| 1950 | 11 |
| 1951 | 12 |
| 1952 | 7 |
| 1953 | 5 |
| 1954 | 12 |
| 1955 | 11 |
| 1956 | 12 |
| 1957 | 15 |
| 1958 | 13 |
| 1959 | 12 |
| 1960 | 10 |
| 1961 | 11 |
| 1962 | 12 |
| 1963 | 6 |
| 1964 | 14 |
| 1965 | 10 |
| 1966 | 7 |
| 1967 | 6 |
| 1968 | 10 |
| 1969 | 7 |
| 1972 | 5 |
| 1974 | 6 |
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1995 | 5 |
| 2003 | 6 |