Margherita Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationmar-guh-REE-tah / mɑrɡəˈritɑItalian; Latin
Meaning
Italian: Daisy; Latin: Pearl
Historical & Cultural Background
Margherita is the Italian form of Margaret, which has roots in the Greek word 'margaritēs' meaning 'pearl.' The name has been popular in Italy and is often associated with the Margherita pizza, which features tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil, representing the colors of the Italian flag. It has historical significance as a royal name, notably borne by Queen Margherita of Savoy.
Trend Summary
Margherita has seen a steady presence in baby name trends, particularly in Italian-speaking regions.
Similar Names
Variants
- Marghe
- Rita
International Variants
- Margaret (English)
- Margarita (Spanish)
- Margarite (French)
Famous people named Margherita
Margherita Hack was an Italian astrophysicist known for her work in the field of astronomy.
Margherita Buy is an acclaimed Italian actress recognized for her roles in numerous films.
Margherita Sarfatti was an Italian journalist and art critic influential in the early 20th century.
Margherita Missoni is an Italian fashion designer and member of the Missoni fashion family.
Fictional characters named Margherita
Margherita is a character in 'The Master and Margarita' by Mikhail Bulgakov, representing a strong and complex woman.
Margherita is a character in the animated series 'Mia and Me,' known for her adventurous spirit.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Margherita was first seen in the United States in 1892. Margherita has ranked as high as #873 nationally, which occurred in 1926, and has been most popular in New York, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Margherita has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Margherita (1997)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1892 | 5 |
| 1898 | 8 |
| 1905 | 5 |
| 1906 | 8 |
| 1907 | 8 |
| 1908 | 7 |
| 1909 | 5 |
| 1911 | 9 |
| 1912 | 6 |
| 1913 | 15 |
| 1914 | 12 |
| 1915 | 21 |
| 1916 | 16 |
| 1917 | 20 |
| 1918 | 13 |
| 1919 | 20 |
| 1920 | 20 |
| 1921 | 16 |
| 1922 | 17 |
| 1923 | 19 |
| 1924 | 17 |
| 1925 | 22 |
| 1926 | 25 |
| 1927 | 23 |
| 1928 | 16 |
| 1929 | 12 |
| 1930 | 13 |
| 1931 | 9 |
| 1932 | 9 |
| 1933 | 9 |
| 1934 | 12 |
| 1936 | 11 |
| 1937 | 12 |
| 1938 | 11 |
| 1939 | 10 |
| 1940 | 5 |
| 1941 | 16 |
| 1942 | 10 |
| 1943 | 13 |
| 1944 | 7 |
| 1946 | 13 |
| 1947 | 12 |
| 1948 | 17 |
| 1949 | 8 |
| 1950 | 9 |
| 1951 | 11 |
| 1952 | 19 |
| 1953 | 16 |
| 1954 | 11 |
| 1955 | 5 |
| 1956 | 10 |
| 1957 | 11 |
| 1958 | 16 |
| 1959 | 19 |
| 1960 | 17 |
| 1961 | 11 |
| 1962 | 15 |
| 1963 | 11 |
| 1964 | 9 |
| 1965 | 21 |
| 1966 | 12 |
| 1967 | 25 |
| 1968 | 17 |
| 1969 | 16 |
| 1970 | 15 |
| 1971 | 16 |
| 1972 | 7 |
| 1973 | 13 |
| 1974 | 16 |
| 1975 | 11 |
| 1976 | 9 |
| 1977 | 16 |
| 1978 | 9 |
| 1979 | 10 |
| 1980 | 11 |
| 1981 | 13 |
| 1982 | 9 |
| 1983 | 17 |
| 1985 | 7 |
| 1986 | 8 |
| 1987 | 7 |
| 1989 | 7 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1991 | 11 |
| 1992 | 6 |
| 1993 | 6 |
| 1994 | 7 |
| 1996 | 5 |
| 1997 | 10 |
| 1998 | 8 |
| 2001 | 9 |
| 2004 | 7 |
| 2009 | 10 |
| 2012 | 6 |
| 2019 | 5 |
| 2021 | 10 |
| 2022 | 6 |