Holding steady.
Popularity of Margaree since 1912
Babies named Margaree per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 55 |
| 1920s | 163 |
| 1930s | 187 |
| 1940s | 116 |
| 1950s | 95 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Margaree is a rare and distinct name that saw its highest recorded usage in 1934, according to U.S. Social Security data. The name first appeared in records in 1912 and experienced modest popularity during the 1930s, but it has since fallen out of common use, with no recent rank data. Its origins are uncertain: it may be an elaborated form of Margaret, derived from the Greek word for 'pearl', or it could be a place name inspired by the Margaree River in Nova Scotia. Despite its obscurity, the name carries a vintage charm, reminiscent of early 20th-century naming trends. It has not been strongly associated with any particular region, as it appears across the United States without a concentrated presence in any top states.
Margaree likely originated as a variant of Margaret, derived from the Greek margarites ('pearl'), but it may also be a place name from the Margaree River on Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia, Canada. The name saw modest use in the United States during the early to mid-20th century, peaking in 1934, but has since become rare.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Maggie, Meg, Margie
Sibling names for Margaree
Names that share Margaree's style, for a brother or sister.
