Marguerite
Marguerite is a girl's name of French origin.
Meaning
Pearl.
Origin and history
Marguerite is the French form of Margaret, originating from the Greek word for pearl. It enjoyed widespread popularity in the early 20th century in the United States and retains a classic, elegant feel. Today it remains a vintage choice with timeless European charm.
Popularity in the United States
94,022 babies in the United States have been named Marguerite since 1880. It ranks #393 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1649.
States where it is most popular
- NY (11.9 %)
- PA (8.8 %)
- MA (6.7 %)
- IL (6.1 %)
- OH (5.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 1,256 |
| 1890-1900 | 6,376 |
| 1900-1910 | 7,912 |
| 1910-1920 | 22,658 |
| 1920-1930 | 21,785 |
| 1930-1940 | 9,328 |
| 1940-1950 | 8,116 |
| 1950-1960 | 7,434 |
| 1960-1970 | 3,510 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,194 |
| 1980-1990 | 1,153 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,157 |
| 2000-2010 | 929 |
| 2010-2019 | 762 |
| 2020-2029 | 452 |
Famous people named Marguerite
- Marguerite Duras: Author, Filmmaker
- Marguerite Yourcenar: Author, Essayist
Nicknames
Maggie, Rita, Margie
Fun facts
- In French, 'marguerite' is also the common word for the daisy flower.
- Marguerite is a primary character in Johann Wolfgang von Goethe's classic work Faust.