Margaret is a moderately popular girls' name in England & Wales, ranking #434 in 2000 with 72 recorded births. This places Margaret in the top 8% of ranked UK girls' names for the year. Its actual usage is classified as Moderately Popular. The name reached its all-time peak in 2020 with 124 births ranking #357. Since 1996, the popularity has decreased by 19.1%. In 2000, approximately 1 in every 3,794 girls born was named Margaret. RISING Recent data shows the name is currently rising.
Margaret is a major classic meaning 'pearl'. It feels dignified, enduring, and full of history without losing everyday warmth.
Used across Europe for centuries, Margaret has been borne by queens, saints, writers, and ordinary families alike. Its depth of history has also produced a huge number of variants and nicknames.