Margaret is a moderately popular girls' name in United States, ranking #188 in 2009 with 1,767 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2000 with 3,122 births ranking #110. Since 1996, the popularity has decreased by 43.1%. In 2009, approximately 1 in every 1,040 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.