Margret Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationMAR-gret / /ˈmɑːɡrɪt/Greek; Latin; English
Meaning
Greek: pearl; Latin: child of light; English: a variant of Margaret
Historical & Cultural Background
Margret is a variant of the name Margaret, which has roots in the Greek word 'margaritēs', meaning pearl. The name has been popular in various cultures, particularly in Christian contexts due to Saint Margaret of Antioch. It has been used in royal families and literature throughout history, contributing to its enduring popularity.
Trend Summary
Margret has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable presence in the early to mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Margaret
- Maggie
- Meg
International Variants
- Margarita (Spanish)
- Marguerite (French)
- Margarite (German)
- Margarida (Portuguese)
Famous people named Margret
Margret Rey was a co-author and illustrator known for creating the Curious George children's book series.
Margret Atwood is a renowned Canadian author known for her novels, poetry, and essays, including 'The Handmaid's Tale'.
Margret Fuller was a prominent American journalist, critic, and women's rights advocate in the 19th century.
Margret K. H. K. H. was a notable figure in the field of linguistics and contributed to the study of language acquisition.
Fictional characters named Margret
Margret is a character in the book 'The Secret Garden' by Frances Hodgson Burnett, known for her transformation throughout the story.
Margret is a character in the animated series 'The Magic School Bus', where she participates in various educational adventures.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Margret was first seen in the United States in 1880. Margret has ranked as high as #675 nationally, which occurred in 1921, and has been most popular in California, Alabama, Mississippi, North Carolina, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Margret has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Margret (2004)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 24 |
| 1881 | 22 |
| 1882 | 39 |
| 1883 | 30 |
| 1884 | 32 |
| 1885 | 39 |
| 1886 | 25 |
| 1887 | 22 |
| 1888 | 46 |
| 1889 | 28 |
| 1890 | 34 |
| 1891 | 39 |
| 1892 | 33 |
| 1893 | 31 |
| 1894 | 30 |
| 1895 | 36 |
| 1896 | 39 |
| 1897 | 30 |
| 1898 | 34 |
| 1899 | 33 |
| 1900 | 49 |
| 1901 | 32 |
| 1902 | 33 |
| 1903 | 37 |
| 1904 | 37 |
| 1905 | 51 |
| 1906 | 47 |
| 1907 | 51 |
| 1908 | 56 |
| 1909 | 44 |
| 1910 | 67 |
| 1911 | 59 |
| 1912 | 90 |
| 1913 | 84 |
| 1914 | 119 |
| 1915 | 111 |
| 1916 | 162 |
| 1917 | 168 |
| 1918 | 199 |
| 1919 | 177 |
| 1920 | 184 |
| 1921 | 214 |
| 1922 | 198 |
| 1923 | 177 |
| 1924 | 196 |
| 1925 | 172 |
| 1926 | 194 |
| 1927 | 199 |
| 1928 | 163 |
| 1929 | 153 |
| 1930 | 181 |
| 1931 | 136 |
| 1932 | 143 |
| 1933 | 122 |
| 1934 | 113 |
| 1935 | 121 |
| 1936 | 81 |
| 1937 | 123 |
| 1938 | 110 |
| 1939 | 107 |
| 1940 | 102 |
| 1941 | 87 |
| 1942 | 104 |
| 1943 | 108 |
| 1944 | 97 |
| 1945 | 85 |
| 1946 | 105 |
| 1947 | 122 |
| 1948 | 108 |
| 1949 | 143 |
| 1950 | 131 |
| 1951 | 105 |
| 1952 | 128 |
| 1953 | 124 |
| 1954 | 113 |
| 1955 | 100 |
| 1956 | 99 |
| 1957 | 87 |
| 1958 | 95 |
| 1959 | 72 |
| 1960 | 83 |
| 1961 | 91 |
| 1962 | 91 |
| 1963 | 92 |
| 1964 | 102 |
| 1965 | 70 |
| 1966 | 88 |
| 1967 | 79 |
| 1968 | 72 |
| 1969 | 64 |
| 1970 | 63 |
| 1971 | 50 |
| 1972 | 55 |
| 1973 | 58 |
| 1974 | 51 |
| 1975 | 56 |
| 1976 | 47 |
| 1977 | 52 |
| 1978 | 35 |
| 1979 | 37 |
| 1980 | 38 |
| 1981 | 39 |
| 1982 | 32 |
| 1983 | 37 |
| 1984 | 48 |
| 1985 | 32 |
| 1986 | 25 |
| 1987 | 42 |
| 1988 | 40 |
| 1989 | 42 |
| 1990 | 38 |
| 1991 | 24 |
| 1992 | 50 |
| 1993 | 38 |
| 1994 | 37 |
| 1995 | 31 |
| 1996 | 28 |
| 1997 | 37 |
| 1998 | 42 |
| 1999 | 26 |
| 2000 | 35 |
| 2001 | 44 |
| 2002 | 27 |
| 2003 | 33 |
| 2004 | 23 |
| 2005 | 24 |
| 2006 | 8 |
| 2007 | 35 |
| 2008 | 17 |
| 2009 | 18 |
| 2010 | 17 |
| 2011 | 18 |
| 2012 | 17 |
| 2013 | 9 |
| 2014 | 18 |
| 2015 | 13 |
| 2016 | 15 |
| 2017 | 12 |
| 2018 | 13 |
| 2019 | 12 |
| 2020 | 13 |
| 2021 | 10 |
| 2022 | 9 |
| 2023 | 8 |
| 2024 | 16 |