A 1980s favorite, climbing again.
Popularity of Maggi since 1952
Babies named Maggi per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 32 |
| 1960s | 13 |
| 1970s | 97 |
| 1980s | 182 |
| 1990s | 181 |
| 2000s | 195 |
| 2010s | 74 |
| 2020s | 7 |
Meaning & origin
Maggi is a diminutive of Margaret, derived from the Greek word for 'pearl'. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1952, though it has never ranked in the top 1000. Its peak year was 1984, and after a period of decline, it has been rising again since 2022, showing a modest revival. While Maggi is not tied to any specific state, its trajectory indicates renewed interest in this classic nickname as a given name.
Maggi originated as a diminutive of Margaret, which is derived from the Greek word margarites, meaning 'pearl'. The name Margaret has been used in English-speaking countries since the Middle Ages, brought by the Normans in the form Marguerite. Maggi emerged as a standalone given name in the 20th century, particularly in the United States.
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Maggi
Names that share Maggi's style, for a brother or sister.
