Peggy is a distinctive girls' name in United States, ranking #2100 in 1996 with 66 recorded births. This places Peggy in the top 13% of ranked US girls' names for the year. Its actual usage is classified as Rare. The name reached its all-time peak in 1997 with 77 births ranking #1912. In 1996, approximately 1 in every 26,560 girls born was named Peggy. FALLING Recent data shows the name is currently falling.
Peggy is a lively vintage nickname from the Margaret family and shares the meaning 'pearl'. It feels friendly, nostalgic, and full of personality.
Though it may sound surprising today, Peggy was once one of the most familiar everyday forms of Margaret. Its charm now lies in its strong old-fashioned character and cheerful sound.