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Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: mar-guh-REE-tah /mɑːrɡəˈriːtə/
Origin: French; Latin
Meaning: French: Daisy; Latin: Pearl
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Margueritta is derived from the Greek word "margaritēs," meaning "pearl." This term was adopted into Latin as "margarita," which also signifies "pearl" and has been used in various forms throughout history. The name made its way into Old French as "Marguerite," which became a popular form in medieval Europe.
From Old French, it transitioned into Middle English as "Margarete," eventually evolving into the modern English variant, Margueritta, which is a diminutive or variant form of the original. Historically, the name Marguerite has been borne by several notable figures, including Saint Margaret of Antioch, a Christian martyr from the 3rd century, whose feast day is celebrated in various Christian traditions.
The name gained further prominence through its association with royalty, particularly in France, where several queens and noblewomen were named Marguerite. The name's enduring legacy was also solidified through its inclusion in significant literary works, such as Geoffrey Chaucer's "The Canterbury Tales" in the 14th century, where it appears in various forms.
Culturally, the name Margueritta and its variants have been associated with purity and beauty, much like the pearl from which it derives its meaning. In Christian symbolism, pearls represent the Kingdom of Heaven, further enhancing the name's spiritual significance.
The name has also been linked to the flower known as the daisy, which is called "marguerite" in French, symbolizing innocence and purity. This floral connection has contributed to the name's charm and appeal across different cultures and eras.
Famous people named Margueritta
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Margueritta is a singer best known for her work in the music genre of pop and her hit singles.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Margueritta was first seen in the United States in 1915.
Margueritta has ranked as high as #829 nationally, which occurred in 1915, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Margueritta has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Margueritta 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 Margueritta was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Margueritta
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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 Margueritta.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1915 | 5 |