Małgorzata

Malgorzata

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Malgorzata is a Christian girl name of Greek, via Latin and Polish origin, meaning “Pearl”.

MeaningPearl
GenderGirl
OriginGreek, via Latin and Polish
Written asMałgorzata
Pronunciationmahw-goh-ZHAH-tah
TraditionChristian
Used inPoland

Meaning and origin of Malgorzata

Małgorzata is the Polish form of Margaret, from the Greek margarites, pearl. The Polish form developed through Czech and is pronounced roughly 'mow-go-ZHAH-tah'. It is usually shortened to Gosia or Małgosia. Through the second half of the twentieth century it was among the most popular Polish girls' names.

Is Malgorzata a Christian name?

The name honours St Margaret of Antioch, one of the most popular saints of medieval Europe, and later saints of the name such as St Margaret of Scotland.

How popular is Malgorzata?

Very common among Polish women, especially those born between the 1960s and 1980s.

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Spellings and variants of Malgorzata

MargaretMargaritaGosiaMałgosia

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Malgorzata mean?

Malgorzata means 'Pearl'. It is of Greek, via Latin and Polish origin.

Is Malgorzata a Christian name?

The name honours St Margaret of Antioch, one of the most popular saints of medieval Europe, and later saints of the name such as St Margaret of Scotland.

How do you pronounce Malgorzata?

Malgorzata is pronounced mahw-goh-ZHAH-tah.

Is Malgorzata a boy or girl name?

Malgorzata is usually a girl name.

Updated October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.