Holding steady.
Popularity of Margareta since 1898
Babies named Margareta per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1927, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Margareta's real moment was 1898.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1890s | 6 |
| 1900s | 0 |
| 1910s | 62 |
| 1920s | 98 |
| 1930s | 55 |
| 1940s | 43 |
| 1950s | 67 |
| 1960s | 84 |
| 1970s | 43 |
| 1980s | 5 |
| 1990s | 7 |
| 2000s | 6 |
| 2010s | 10 |
| 2020s | 8 |
Meaning & origin
Margareta is a classic name that has been in use since the late 19th century, first recorded in the U.S. in 1898. Though it never achieved high popularity, its peak year was its first year, 1898. Since then, it has remained stable but very rare, with no recorded rank in recent decades. The name is a variant of the more popular Margaret, carrying the same meaning of 'pearl'. While not common today, Margareta offers a distinctive European charm for those seeking a traditional name with historical roots.
Margareta is a feminine name derived from the Greek 'margaritēs' meaning 'pearl'. It is a variant of Margaret, which spread through Latin and became common across Europe. In many cultures, the name has been associated with purity and preciousness.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Marga, Greta, Meta, Meg
Variants: Margaret, Margarita, Marguerite, Margarete
Sibling names for Margareta
Names that share Margareta's style, for a brother or sister.
