| Meaning | pearl |
| Origin | Greek |
| Gender | Girl |
| Popularity | Popular |
| Length | 8 |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Syllabification | Mar-ga-ret |
About Margaret
Margaret, derived from the Greek word Margarites meaning "pearl," embodies a timeless elegance and grace. This name has left an indelible mark throughout history and continues to be a beloved choice for baby girls.
Symbolizing purity, beauty, and preciousness, Margaret reflects the qualities associated with the pearl's radiant and rare allure. It carries an air of sophistication and strength that has captivated parents for generations.
With various variations like Margot, Marguerite, and Maggie, Margaret offers versatile options for personalization. Common nicknames such as Meg and Peggy provide endearing and affectionate alternatives.
Many remarkable real and fictional women have borne the name Margaret. From influential figures like Margaret Thatcher and Margaret Atwood to beloved fictional characters like Margaret Hale and Peggy Carter, the name has made its mark in diverse fields, leaving a legacy of accomplishments and inspirations.
Choosing Margaret for your baby girl is a tribute to timeless beauty and strength. It is a name that resonates with history and carries a sense of grace that will accompany her throughout her life's journey.
Names Similar to Margaret
| Margot |
| Margo |
| Marguerite |
| Margarita |
| Marjorie |
| Maria |
| Mary |
| Marian |
| Marie |
| Marina |
| Martha |
| Melissa |
Nicknames for Margaret
| Maggie |
| Meg |
| Peggy |
| Greta |
Famous People Named Margaret
| Margaret Thatcher | Former Prime Minister of the United Kingdom |
| Margaret Atwood | Canadian author of "The Handmaid's Tale" |
| Margaret Mead | American cultural anthropologist |
| Margaret Court | Australian tennis player and Grand Slam champion |
| Margaret Hamilton | American computer scientist and software engineer |
| Margaret Sanger | American birth control advocate and women's rights activist |
| Margaret Mitchell | Author of "Gone with the Wind" |
| Margaret Chase Smith | First woman to serve in both houses of the U.S. Congress |
| Margaret Bourke-White | American photojournalist |
| Margaret Rutherford | British actress known for her role as Miss Marple |
| Margaret Beckett | British politician and former Foreign Secretary |
| Margaret Leighton | British actress and Tony Award winner |
| Margaret O'Brien | American actress and child star |
| Margaret Brennan | American journalist and television host |
| Margaret Avery | American actress known for her role in "The Color Purple" |
| Margaret Cho | American comedian and actress |
| Margaret Ekpo | Nigerian women's rights activist and politician |
| Margaret Zhang | Australian fashion blogger and photographer |
Characters Named Margaret
| Margaret Hale | Protagonist of Elizabeth Gaskell's novel "North and South" |
| Margaret "Maggie" Greene | Character from "The Walking Dead" comic series and TV show |
| Margaret "Peggy" Carter | Marvel Comics character and agent of S.H.I.E.L.D |
| Margaret "Meg" March | Character from Louisa May Alcott's novel "Little Women" |
| Margaret "Maggie" Simpson | Fictional character from "The Simpsons" TV show |
| Margaret "Maggie" Evans | Character from the TV show "Dark Shadows" |
| Margaret "Maggie" Channing | Character from the TV show "Dynasty" |
| Margaret "Maggie" Winters | Character from the TV show "Friends" |
| Margaret "Maggie" Doyle | Character from the TV show "Blue Heelers" |
| Margaret "Marge" Gunderson | Character from the movie "Fargo" |
| Margaret "Maggie" Fitzgerald | Character from the movie "Million Dollar Baby" |
| Margaret "Peggy" Blumquist | Character from the TV series "Fargo" |
| Margaret "Maggie" Carpenter | Character from the movie "Runaway Bride" |
| Margaret "Maggie" Esmerelda | Character from the TV show "American Horror Story" |
| Margaret "Peggy" Olson | Character from the TV series "Mad Men" |
| Margaret "Maggie" Cutler | Character from the TV show "The Newsroom" |
| Margaret "Maggie" Winnock | Character from the TV show "Private Practice" |
| Margaret "Maggie" Scott | Character from the movie "The Holiday" |