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Margareta

mar-guh-reh-tuh

Letters

9

Syllables

4

Origin

Greek

Total Births

494

Peak Year

#17 in 1927

First Recorded

1898

Style

Classic & Timeless, Sophisticated & Formal

Spelling

Tricky to spell

What It Means

This name is the Latin and Swedish form of Margaret, which originates from the Greek 'margarites', meaning 'pearl'.

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Numerology

3

The Creative

Expressive, joyful, and imaginative. Names vibrating at 3 inspire creativity and optimism.

Famous Namesakes

  • Margareta Krook

    Swedish actress known for her versatile and captivating stage performances.

  • Margareta Efraimsson

    Swedish politician, former Member of Parliament.

Spelling Variations

Personality Traits

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