Holding steady.
Popularity of Maragret since 1910
Babies named Maragret per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 44 |
| 1920s | 77 |
| 1930s | 43 |
| 1940s | 17 |
| 1950s | 18 |
| 1960s | 11 |
| 1970s | 8 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Maragret is a variant spelling of Margaret, which has been in use since the early 1900s. According to Social Security data, the name first appeared in 1910 and saw its peak year in 1926, though it has never reached the top 1000 rankings. The trajectory has been stable with very low usage, and it has not experienced a revival in recent decades. This spelling variant is extremely rare, making it a distinctive choice for parents seeking a traditional name with an unusual twist. Despite its rarity, Maragret carries the same classic heritage as Margaret, a name borne by saints and queens for centuries.
Maragret is a rare variant spelling of Margaret, which derives from the Greek margaritēs (pearl), ultimately from an ancient Persian source. The name Margaret was introduced to England by the Normans and has been used continuously since the Middle Ages. The Maragret spelling appears sporadically in historical records, likely as a phonetic variant.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Maggie, Meg, Marge, Retty
Variants: Margaret, Marguerite, Margareta
Sibling names for Maragret
Names that share Maragret's style, for a brother or sister.
