Margherite
mar-guh-REET
Letters
10
Syllables
3
Origin
Greek
Total Births
12
Peak Year
#7 in 1959
First Recorded
1920
Style
Vintage, Sophisticated & Formal
Spelling
Tricky to spell
What It Means
The French form of Margaret, which originates from the Greek word 'margaritēs,' meaning 'pearl.'
Numerology
The Idealist
Compassionate, humanitarian, and visionary. Names vibrating at 9 carry universal love.
Famous Namesakes
Marguerite Yourcenar
French historian and writer.
Marguerite Duras
French novelist, playwright, and filmmaker.
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