Margalit
Margalit is a Jewish girl name of Hebrew, from Greek origin, meaning “Pearl”.
| Meaning | Pearl |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Hebrew, from Greek |
| Written as | מַרְגָּלִית |
| Pronunciation | mar-gah-LEET |
| Tradition | Jewish |
| Used in | Israel |
Meaning and origin of Margalit
Margalit is the Hebrew word for pearl, borrowed in ancient times from Greek margarites, the same source as Margaret. It appears in the Talmud and later Jewish literature. As a given name it serves as a Hebrew equivalent of Margaret and has been used in Israel since the early twentieth century.
Is Margalit a Jewish name?
Margalit is a Jewish name, used mainly in Israel, with no biblical bearer.
How popular is Margalit?
Mostly found in older generations of Israeli women.
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Spellings and variants of Margalit
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Margalit mean?
Margalit means 'Pearl'. It is of Hebrew, from Greek origin.
Is Margalit a Jewish name?
Margalit is a Jewish name, used mainly in Israel, with no biblical bearer.
How do you pronounce Margalit?
Margalit is pronounced mar-gah-LEET.
Is Margalit a boy or girl name?
Margalit is usually a girl name.