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Margaret

"Not available in SSA source data." — Unknown origin

GirlUnknown3 syllablesCurrent rank #119 (2024)

About Margaret

Margaret appears in U.S. Social Security baby-name records from 1880 through 2020. In 2024, it ranks #119 among girls, with 2,303 reported births. Across available SSA years, the name appears 1,257,168 times.

Quick Facts

GenderGirl
OriginUnknown
PronunciationMargaret
Syllables3

Nicknames for Margaret

MargMargieMargyMarMarie

Popularity in the U.S.

Margaret ranks #119 in U.S. SSA 2024 girls data with 2,303 births.. Parents often choose Margaret for its clear pronunciation and classic style.

Current #1195Y +4%Peak 2018
2K2.1K2.2K2.3K151617181920212223242015: 2,108 births2016: 2,215 births2017: 2,253 births2018: 2,330 births2019: 2,207 births2020: 2,178 births2021: 2,242 births2022: 2,197 births2023: 2,083 births2024: 2,303 births

Margaret had 2,303 births in 2024.

Middle Name Ideas

  • Margaret Rose
  • Margaret Claire
  • Margaret June

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Margaret mean?

Margaret means "Not available in SSA source data." and is commonly associated with Unknown roots.

Is Margaret a popular baby name in the U.S.?

Yes. Margaret ranks #119 in U.S. SSA 2024 girls data with 2,303 births..

How is Margaret pronounced?

A common pronunciation is Margaret.

What are common nicknames for Margaret?

Popular nicknames include Marg, Margie, Margy, Mar, Marie.