Peggy is a distinctive girls' name in United States, ranking #4639 in 2007 with 32 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 1997 with 77 births ranking #1912. Since 1996, the popularity has decreased by 51.5%. In 2007, approximately 1 in every 60,077 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.