Margarete
MAR-guh-ret
Margarete is a girl’s name of English origin, meaning “A German variant of Margaret, which is derived from the Greek word 'margarites', meaning 'pearl'.”. It currently ranks #11726 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 1918.
What Margarete Means
“A German variant of Margaret, which is derived from the Greek word 'margarites', meaning 'pearl'.”
The Story of Margarete
This name holds the quiet radiance of a precious gem, waiting centuries to be chosen for your daughter.
Margarete is a classic German variant of Margaret, a name that traces its roots to the Greek word 'margarites,' meaning 'pearl.' This elegant name first appeared in written records in the late medieval period. It journeyed through royal courts and scholarly circles across Europe, embraced for its association with purity and value.
When you first whisper 'Margarete,' you might feel the smooth, cool weight of something precious. It's a name that conjures images of enduring beauty and inner wisdom. For your daughter, it suggests a spirit that is both resilient and refined, a calm presence in a chaotic world. You envision her bringing a quiet radiance to every room she enters, much like a perfectly formed pearl.
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Numerology
The Builder
Stable, disciplined, and hardworking. Names at 4 convey groundedness and reliability.
Famous Namesakes
Margarete Stokowski
German author and journalist.
Margarete Steiff
German toy manufacturer.
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#74 in 1918
Total Births
2,369
First Recorded
1884
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