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Margarite

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Margarite is a girl’s name of Greek origin, meaning “A French form of Margaret, derived from the Greek word 'margarites,' meaning 'pearl.' It symbolizes purity and preciousness.”, and peaked in popularity in 1925.

Letters9
Syllables3
OriginGreek

What Margarite Means

A French form of Margaret, derived from the Greek word 'margarites,' meaning 'pearl.' It symbolizes purity and preciousness.

The Story of Margarite

Imagine a name as precious and pure as a pearl, a whispered secret from ancient Greece that still glows with timeless elegance today.

Margarite is the French form of Margaret, which stems from the Greek word 'margarites,' meaning 'pearl.' This name journeyed from ancient Greece, across the Roman Empire, and into France, where it became a favored name for royalty and nobility, signifying purity, rarity, and preciousness. It has graced crowns and poets' verses for centuries, arriving at your door with an echo of refined history.

There's a delicate resonance when you speak 'Margarite,' like the soft gleam of a perfectly formed pearl. This name evokes a sense of preciousness and inner wisdom for your daughter. You imagine writing it on elegant stationery, the curves of the letters flowing like silk, a name that feels both refined and deeply cherished, a quiet beacon of grace.

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Numerology

6

The Nurturer

Caring, responsible, and loving. Names at 6 resonate with warmth and family devotion.

Famous Namesakes

  • Margarite Yourcenar

    Belgian-born French novelist and essayist.

Personality Traits

elegantrefinedpreciouswise

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Peak Year

#52 in 1925

Total Births

1,920

First Recorded

1888

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