Holding steady.
Popularity of Marguarite since 1914
Babies named Marguarite per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 44 |
| 1920s | 73 |
| 1930s | 40 |
| 1940s | 37 |
| 1950s | 25 |
| 1960s | 5 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Marguarite is a rare variant spelling of Margaret, a name that has been consistently used in the English-speaking world for centuries. According to Social Security data, this spelling first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1914 and reached its peak popularity in 1922, when it was given to a modest number of newborns. Since then its use has steadily declined, and it is now extremely uncommon, with fewer than five recorded births in recent years. The name's trajectory indicates a stable and minimal presence, with no signs of a revival. Despite its rarity, Marguarite carries the same elegant pearl meaning and rich heritage as Margaret, offering a distinctive option for parents drawn to classic names with an altered spelling.
Marguarite is a respelling of Margaret, which entered English via French Marguerite from Latin margarita, itself from Greek margaritēs (pearl). The name became common in Christian Europe due to various saints, including Saint Margaret of Antioch. This variant spelling emerged in the early 20th century, reflecting a trend toward unique orthography.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Maggie, Meg, Margie, Rita
Variants: Margaret, Marguerite, Margarita
Sibling names for Marguarite
Names that share Marguarite's style, for a brother or sister.
