Margaretta Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Margaretta originates from the Greek word for 'pearl'. It evolved through various languages, including Latin and Old French, before becoming popular in English. The name is characterized by its association with beauty and purity. There is no direct biblical reference for Margaretta. It gained popularity in the 19th century and is perceived as a classic name today, with variants like Margaret and Maggie being commonly used.
The name Margaretta is most popular in Pennsylvania, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Margaretta has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Margaretta' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 960th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1418th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2251st out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4731st out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 12938th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 35406th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Margaretta' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Margaretta"
Pronunciation
/mɑːrˈɡɛtə/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Margaretta is derived from the Greek word 'margaritēs', meaning 'pearl'. It is a diminutive form of the name Margaret.
Meaning
Pearl
Language Evolution
Margaretta (Latin), Margaret (Old French), Margarita (Spanish), Margarit (Latin)
Historical Usage
Margaretta gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a feminine form of Margaret.
Variants & Derivatives
Margaret, Maggie, Marge, Greta
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Margaretta is viewed as a classic and somewhat vintage name, often associated with grace and elegance.
Famous People
Margaretta Smith, a noted American artist, Margaretta Leefeldt, a prominent figure in historical literature
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Margaretta"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Margaretta"
"Margaretta" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 960th of 9107 | 1,016 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1418th of 9204 | 542 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2251st of 12526 | 458 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 4731st of 19264 | 187 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 12938th of 27321 | 57 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 35406th of 35406 | 5 |
Regional Popularity of "Margaretta" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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Regional Popularity of "Margaretta" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
79.17% 1121st/1416 |
34.01% 469th/1379 |
76.67% 1814th/2366 |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
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43.96% 684th/1556 |
- | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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57.82% 1405th/2430 |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Margaretta"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Margaretta" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.