Margot is a distinctive girls' name in England & Wales, ranking #840 in 2010 with 42 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2024 with 1,243 births ranking #28. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 425.0%. In 2010, approximately 1 in every 7,644 girls born was named Margot. RISING Recent data shows the name is currently rising.
Margot is a sophisticated French-rooted form of Margaret meaning 'pearl'. It feels elegant, literary, and cool without trying too hard.
Though old in origin, Margot feels especially modern again because it fits the revival of short vintage names with continental style. Its neat balance of softness and edge has helped it return strongly.