Holding steady.
Popularity of Peggie since 1886
Babies named Peggie per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1948, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Peggie's real moment was 1939.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1880s | 12 |
| 1890s | 22 |
| 1900s | 91 |
| 1910s | 256 |
| 1920s | 740 |
| 1930s | 1,648 |
| 1940s | 2,115 |
| 1950s | 1,678 |
| 1960s | 560 |
| 1970s | 150 |
| 1980s | 65 |
| 1990s | 12 |
| 2000s | 6 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Peggie first appeared in U.S. records in 1886, a diminutive of Margaret that flourished in the mid-20th century. Its peak year was 1939. Although it has since fallen from the top 1000, Peggie remains a stable presence, reflecting a nostalgic charm. The name never reached the Top 1000 overall, but its trajectory shows a steady, consistent use among parents favoring vintage nicknames. Unlike many names of its era, Peggie has not seen a revival, but its simple, friendly sound keeps it recognizable.
Peggie is a variant of Peggy, itself a diminutive of Margaret, which derives from the Greek margarites, meaning 'pearl'. The name has been used as an independent given name since the 18th century, particularly in English-speaking countries. Peggie was most popular in the United States in the 1930s, following a similar trajectory to Peggy.
Where Peggie is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Peg, Meg
Sibling names for Peggie
Names that share Peggie's style, for a brother or sister.
