Margit Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: MAR-git //ˈmɑːrɡɪt//
Origin: Hungarian; Scandinavian
Meaning: Pearl (Hungarian); Child of light (Scandinavian)
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Margit has its roots in the Greek name Margaritēs, which means "pearl." This name was adopted into Latin as Margarita and subsequently made its way into various languages, including Old French and German, before emerging in its current form in English. The transition from Greek to Latin and then into the vernacular languages reflects the cultural exchanges that occurred throughout Europe, particularly during the early Middle Ages when Christianity spread and classical texts were translated and adapted.
Historically, the name Margit has been borne by several notable figures, including saints and queens. One of the most significant is Saint Margaret of Scotland, who lived in the 11th century and was known for her piety and charitable works.
Her influence helped popularize the name in Scotland and England, especially after her canonization in 1250. Additionally, the name appears in various historical texts and translations, including the King James Bible, which contributed to its recognition and use in English-speaking contexts.
Culturally, the name Margit has been associated with qualities such as purity and virtue, symbolized by its meaning of "pearl." This association has allowed the name to endure across generations, often linked to themes of beauty and value in literature and folklore. Variants of the name, such as Margaret and Margarete, have also been prominent in various cultures, each carrying similar connotations.
The name's historical significance and its connections to revered figures have solidified its place in the cultural lexicon, ensuring its continued resonance through the ages.
Famous people named Margit
In this section, you will find notable people named Margit. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Margit who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
We also feature individuals named Margit who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.
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Margit Borkhardt is a Hungarian artist best known for her paintings and exhibitions in Europe.
Margit Kossuth is a Hungarian actress best known for her roles in Hungarian cinema and theater.
Sibling suggestions
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Similar names
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Margit was first seen in the United States in 1908.
Margit has ranked as high as #4299 nationally, which occurred in 1963, and has been most popular in California.
In the past 5 years the name Margit has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Margit is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Margit was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Margit.
| Year | Total Births | Girl |
|---|---|---|
| 1993 | 8 | 8 |
| 1991 | 6 | 6 |
| 1988 | 6 | 6 |
| 1987 | 5 | 5 |
| 1985 | 14 | 14 |
| 1981 | 6 | 6 |
| 1979 | 6 | 6 |
| 1976 | 8 | 8 |
| 1975 | 6 | 6 |
| 1974 | 7 | 7 |
| 1973 | 5 | 5 |
| 1972 | 16 | 16 |
| 1971 | 9 | 9 |
| 1970 | 11 | 11 |
| 1969 | 10 | 10 |
| 1968 | 11 | 11 |
| 1967 | 11 | 11 |
| 1966 | 13 | 13 |
| 1965 | 16 | 16 |
| 1964 | 9 | 9 |
| 1963 | 20 | 20 |
| 1962 | 17 | 17 |
| 1961 | 18 | 18 |
| 1960 | 12 | 12 |
| 1959 | 20 | 20 |
| 1958 | 9 | 9 |
| 1957 | 11 | 11 |
| 1956 | 18 | 18 |
| 1955 | 5 | 5 |
| 1954 | 14 | 14 |
| 1953 | 11 | 11 |
| 1952 | 16 | 16 |
| 1951 | 9 | 9 |
| 1950 | 11 | 11 |
| 1949 | 7 | 7 |
| 1948 | 9 | 9 |
| 1947 | 15 | 15 |
| 1946 | 8 | 8 |
| 1945 | 10 | 10 |
| 1944 | 10 | 10 |
| 1943 | 8 | 8 |
| 1942 | 12 | 12 |
| 1941 | 10 | 10 |
| 1940 | 10 | 10 |
| 1938 | 10 | 10 |
| 1937 | 8 | 8 |
| 1936 | 6 | 6 |
| 1935 | 9 | 9 |
| 1934 | 6 | 6 |
| 1933 | 8 | 8 |
| 1931 | 5 | 5 |
| 1930 | 9 | 9 |
| 1929 | 8 | 8 |
| 1928 | 8 | 8 |
| 1926 | 11 | 11 |
| 1925 | 7 | 7 |
| 1924 | 8 | 8 |
| 1923 | 5 | 5 |
| 1922 | 9 | 9 |
| 1921 | 6 | 6 |
| 1920 | 5 | 5 |
| 1919 | 9 | 9 |
| 1918 | 7 | 7 |
| 1917 | 17 | 17 |
| 1916 | 7 | 7 |
| 1915 | 13 | 13 |
| 1914 | 7 | 7 |
| 1913 | 5 | 5 |
| 1908 | 6 | 6 |
Top States for Margit (1966)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |