Rising since 2003, #5,099 for girls today.
Popularity of Margeaux since 1977
Babies named Margeaux per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1992, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Margeaux's real moment was 2022.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 41 |
| 1980s | 219 |
| 1990s | 197 |
| 2000s | 128 |
| 2010s | 191 |
| 2020s | 170 |
Meaning & origin
Margeaux is a rare and modern French-inspired respelling of Margaux, itself a variant of Marguerite. First recorded in 1977, the name saw its peak popularity in 2022, with a trajectory rising since 2003. In 2025, it ranked 5099th, with only about 1 in 64291 girls receiving the name. Its use is most prominent in California, reflecting a trend toward stylish, wine-associated names.
Margeaux is a modern French-influenced respelling of Margaux, itself a variant of Marguerite, the French form of Margaret. Margaret derives from the Greek margarites, meaning 'pearl'. This spelling emerged in the late 20th century as a fashionable alternative, influenced by the renowned Bordeaux wine Château Margaux.
Where Margeaux is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Margie, Margot, Maggie, Marge
Sibling names for Margeaux
Names that share Margeaux's style, for a brother or sister.
