Holding steady.
Popularity of Margrette since 1903
Babies named Margrette per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1923, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Margrette's real moment was 1903.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1900s | 47 |
| 1910s | 189 |
| 1920s | 280 |
| 1930s | 156 |
| 1940s | 111 |
| 1950s | 51 |
| 1960s | 16 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Margrette is a rare feminine name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1903, its peak year. The name never achieved widespread popularity, and the trajectory has remained stable at very low usage levels. As a variant of Margaret, the name inherits the meaning 'pearl' from Greek origins. According to Social Security data, Margrette has no recorded rankings in recent decades, and the latest year of data (2025) shows no significant revival. The name has no top states associated with it, indicating its extremely limited geographic spread. Its classic feel may appeal to parents seeking a vintage but uncommon choice, but it has not appeared in the top 1000 for any year.
Margarette is a variant of Margaret, which derives from the Greek word 'margarites' (meaning 'pearl'), via the Latin 'margarita'. The name Margaret was introduced to England by the Normans and has been a common Christian name throughout Europe. Margrette appears as a less common spelling, likely influenced by other names ending in '-ette' and used especially in the early 20th century.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Maggie, Meg, Midge, Greta, Retta
Variants: Marguerite, Margaretta, Margot, Margit
Sibling names for Margrette
Names that share Margrette's style, for a brother or sister.
