Peggy is a distinctive girls' name in United States, ranking #5501 in 2011 with 25 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 1997 with 77 births ranking #1912. Since 1996, the popularity has decreased by 62.1%. In 2011, approximately 1 in every 70,352 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.