| Meaning | pearl |
| Origin | French, Latin |
| Gender | Girl |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 10 |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Syllabification | Mar-gue-rite |
About Marguerite
Distinguished and uncommon, this name brings old-world elegance into contemporary settings with remarkable grace. Marguerite possesses a vintage charm that feels refreshingly different from modern naming trends, offering nostalgic beauty without feeling outdated. The French pronunciation adds continental sophistication, though the anglicized version works equally well for those preferring simplicity. The length and complexity suggest depth and substance, hinting at someone with interesting layers and refined sensibilities. This name has adorned artists, writers, and women of distinction throughout history, carrying associations of creativity and intelligence. The floral connection adds natural beauty without being overly sweet or diminutive. Marguerite commands attention in roll calls and introductions, ensuring memorability through its distinctive presence. The various nickname options—Maggie, Meg, Daisy, Rita—provide remarkable flexibility as personality develops and preferences emerge. The formal structure serves professional contexts beautifully while softening appropriately for personal relationships. This choice indicates parents confident enough to select something genuinely unique, stepping away from popular trends to embrace timeless, substantial beauty that stands proudly alone.
Nicknames for Marguerite
| Maggie |
| Rita |
| Margo |
| Marge |
| Daisy |
Famous People Named Marguerite
| Marguerite Duras | French novelist and playwright |
| Marguerite Yourcenar | Belgian-born French novelist and essayist |
| Marguerite Porete | Medieval Christian mystic and writer |
| Marguerite Clark | American silent film actress |
| Marguerite de Valois | French queen consort and key figure in the French Wars of Religion |
| Marguerite Bourgeoys | Founder of the Congregation of Notre Dame of Montreal |
| Marguerite Higgins | Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist |
| Marguerite Moreno | French stage and film actress |
| Marguerite Gardiner, Countess of Blessington | Irish writer and literary hostess |
| Marguerite Perey | French chemist and discoverer of the element francium |
Characters Named Marguerite
| Marguerite St. Just | Character in "The Scarlet Pimpernel" by Baroness Orczy |
| Marguerite Gautier | Protagonist of "La Dame aux Camélias" by Alexandre Dumas fils |
| Marguerite Blakeney | Secret identity of the heroine in "The Scarlet Pimpernel" |
| Marguerite Baker | Character in the video game "Resident Evil 7 - Biohazard" |
| Marguerite Caine | Character in the "Firebird" trilogy by Claudia Gray |
| Marguerite Woodstock | Character in "The Wicked King" by Holly Black |
| Marguerite Marsh | Character in the film "Gentlemen Prefer Blondes" |
| Marguerite Van Moyland | Character in the "Brave Story" series by Miyuki Miyabe |
| Marguerite MacIntyre | Character in the "Vampire Diaries" book and TV series |
| Marguerite "Maggie" Lacivi | Character in the comic book series "Rat Queens" |