Margaret
Margaret is a Christian girl name of Greek, via Latin origin, meaning “Pearl”.
| Meaning | Pearl |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Greek, via Latin |
| Pronunciation | MAR-guh-rit |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | United Kingdom, United States, Ireland, Australia |
Meaning and origin of Margaret
Margaret comes from Greek margarites, 'pearl', via Latin Margarita. It spread in medieval Europe through the cult of St Margaret of Antioch and later through St Margaret of Scotland, the eleventh-century queen famous for her charity. It has produced more nicknames than almost any other name, including Maggie, Meg, Peggy, Daisy and Greta. Margaret Thatcher and Queen Margrethe II of Denmark are notable bearers.
Is Margaret a Christian name?
Margaret is a traditional Christian name honouring several saints, especially St Margaret of Antioch and St Margaret of Scotland.
How popular is Margaret?
Very common for generations; now less fashionable but still used.
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Spellings and variants of Margaret
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Margaret mean?
Margaret means 'Pearl'. It is of Greek, via Latin origin.
Is Margaret a Christian name?
Margaret is a traditional Christian name honouring several saints, especially St Margaret of Antioch and St Margaret of Scotland.
How do you pronounce Margaret?
Margaret is pronounced MAR-guh-rit.
Is Margaret a boy or girl name?
Margaret is usually a girl name.