Margaret is a moderately popular girls' name in England & Wales, ranking #493 in 2024 with 80 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2020 with 124 births ranking #357. Since 1996, the popularity has decreased by 10.1%. In 2024, approximately 1 in every 3,225 girls born was named Margaret. FALLING Recent data shows the name is currently falling.
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.