What is the origin of the name Margret?

Margret is a name of Greek origin.

How popular is the name Margret?

Margret is currently ranked #7098 in the United States and is stable in popularity.

How do you pronounce Margret?

Margret is pronounced MAHR-gret.

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Margret

MAHR-gret

Popularity

#7098

stable

Letters

Syllables

Origin

Greek

Total Births

10,047

Peak Year

#214 in 1921

First Recorded

1880

Style

Classic & Timeless, Vintage

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

Margret is a spelling variation of Margaret, derived from the Greek word 'margarites' meaning 'pearl'. It symbolizes purity and beauty.

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Meg Maggie Greta

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Numerology

The Achiever

Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.

Famous Namesakes

Margret Rey
American author and illustrator, co-creator of Curious George.

Nicknames

Meg Maggie Greta

Spelling Variations

Margaret Margareta Marguerite

Similar Names

Elizabeth Catherine Eleanor Rose

Personality Traits

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