How Popular (or Rare) was Margo in 1996?

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#1,500
1996 Rank
108
1996 Births
#543
Best Rank (2023)
556
Peak Year (2023)
6,071
Total Births (1996-2025)
1 in 16,231
Rarity Factor (1996)

πŸ“Š The Margo Story

Margo is a distinctive girls' name in United States, ranking #1500 in 1996 with 108 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2023 with 556 births ranking #543. In 1996, approximately 1 in every 16,231 girls born was named Margo. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.

Popularity Trend (1996–2025)

πŸ“… Data Status: Official verified statistics are currently available from 1996 up to 2025. This report reflects the most recent confirmed data from United States; 2026 and 2027 projections are based on real-time search trends and will be finalized upon the next official release.

Name Meaning & Origin

Origin: French and English usage  |  Meaning: pearl

Margo is a neat stylish form of Margaret and carries the meaning 'pearl'. It feels brisk, smart, and easy to wear.

This spelling became attractive to parents who liked the Margaret family but wanted something shorter and more contemporary-looking. It balances classic roots with a clean modern finish.

Did you know?Margo keeps the same ancient pearl meaning as Margaret in a much leaner form.
Similar namesMargot, Margaux, Greta, Mara, Maggie

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