Marguerite
Marguerite is a Christian girl name of French, from Greek origin, meaning “Pearl; daisy”.
| Meaning | Pearl; daisy |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | French, from Greek |
| Pronunciation | mar-guh-REET |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | France, Canada, Belgium, United States |
Meaning and origin of Marguerite
Marguerite is the French form of Margaret, from Greek margarites, 'pearl'. In French the word also means the ox-eye daisy, which is why the name is sometimes explained as 'daisy'. Notable bearers include Marguerite of Navarre, the Renaissance queen and writer of the Heptameron, and the novelist Marguerite Duras.
Is Marguerite a Christian name?
Marguerite honours saints named Margaret, and is a traditional Catholic name in France.
How popular is Marguerite?
Classic but less common for babies today.
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Spellings and variants of Marguerite
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Marguerite mean?
Marguerite means 'Pearl; daisy'. It is of French, from Greek origin.
Is Marguerite a Christian name?
Marguerite honours saints named Margaret, and is a traditional Catholic name in France.
How do you pronounce Marguerite?
Marguerite is pronounced mar-guh-REET.
Is Marguerite a boy or girl name?
Marguerite is usually a girl name.