Holding steady.
Popularity of Margi since 1938
Babies named Margi per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1930s | 15 |
| 1940s | 41 |
| 1950s | 97 |
| 1960s | 125 |
| 1970s | 7 |
| 1980s | 5 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Margi first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1938 and reached its peak in popularity in 1961. Though it never ranked in the top 1000 nationally, the name has maintained a stable presence, with a trajectory that shows consistent but low-level usage. In the 1960s, it saw its highest frequency, reflecting the era's fondness for short, feminine nicknames derived from classic names like Margaret. Today, Margi remains a rare choice, offering a vintage feel without widespread use.
Margi is a diminutive or pet form of Margaret, which itself comes from the Greek 'margarites' meaning 'pearl'. In English-speaking countries, Margaret was introduced by the Normans and became very popular; by the 20th century, shortened forms like Margi gained independent use as given names.
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Margi
Names that share Margi's style, for a brother or sister.
