Holding steady.
Popularity of Magally since 1967
Babies named Magally per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 5 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 51 |
| 2000s | 47 |
| 2010s | 7 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Magally is a rare variant of the French name Magali, a Provençal form of Margaret meaning 'pearl'. It first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1967, and its peak usage came in 1991, though even then it was uncommon. Since then, its use has remained stable at very low numbers, often fewer than 5 births per year. The name has not been recorded among the top 1000 names in any year, and it is highly unusual, making it a distinctive choice. Its spelling with a double 'l' and 'y' ending offers a unique twist on the more common Magali.
Magally is a variant of Magali, a Provençal diminutive of Margaret. Margaret ultimately derives from the Greek word margarites (μαργαρίτης), meaning 'pearl'. The name Magali was popularized in Occitan-speaking regions of France, and Magally is a respelled variant that emerged in the 20th century, particularly in French-speaking communities.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Mag, Maggie, Gally
Variants: Magali, Magalie, Marguerite, Margaret
Sibling names for Magally
Names that share Magally's style, for a brother or sister.
