Marguerite
m(a)-rgueri-te,
mar-gue-rite
US Popularity:4196
Origin:French
Meaning:Pearl
Marguerite is a girl’s name of French origin. This endlessly elegant name translates to “pearl,” a suitable descriptor for your precious baby. Marguerite is also the root of the name Margaret and the birth name of acclaimed poet and civil rights activist Maya Angelou, author of I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings. You might choose this name to add a little French flavor to your family or as a tribute to your love of Angelou’s works. Marguerite can be clipped to sweet nicknames like Maggie, Marge, or even Rita.
How Popular Is The Name Marguerite?
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Marguerite is currently #3427 on The Bump
Girl:Marguerite is currently #2306 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Marguerite is currently #4196 in U.S. births
Girl:Marguerite is currently #2336 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
#2336
in 2023
+ 101
from 2022
Sources
Name Doctor, Marguerite
100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky, pg. 217
Behind the Name, Marguerite, July 2017
Behind the Name, Margaret, April 2024
WordSense Dictionary, Marguerite
National Women's History Museum, Maya Angelou, December 2021
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