Peggie Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Peggie is an English name derived from Margaret, which means 'pearl' in Greek. It has evolved through various forms and is often seen as a diminutive of Margaret. Peggie conveys traits of charm and friendliness, but it does not have a biblical reference. The name gained popularity in the 19th century and remains a vintage yet endearing choice today.
The name Peggie is most popular in Mississippi, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Silent Generation generation in the South 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, Peggie has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. 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, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Peggie' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1075th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 537th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 790th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3073rd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 11735th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 33240th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Peggie' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Peggie"
Pronunciation
/ˈpɛɡi/
Origin
English
Etymology
Peggie is a diminutive form of the name Margaret, which derives from the Greek word 'margaritēs,' meaning 'pearl.'
Meaning
pearl
Language Evolution
Margaret, Margarete, Margaretha, Peggy, Peggie
Historical Usage
The name Peggie gained popularity as a diminutive of Margaret during the 19th century, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Peggy, Margaret, Meg, Maggie
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Peggie is perceived as a charming and somewhat vintage name, often associated with a friendly and approachable personality.
Famous People
Peggy Lee, Peggy Carter, Peggy Fleming
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Peggie"
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 "Peggie"
"Peggie" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1075th of 9107 | 839 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 537th of 9204 | 3,066 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 790th of 12526 | 2,968 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3073rd of 19264 | 362 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 11735th of 27321 | 71 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 33240th of 35406 | 6 |
Regional Popularity of "Peggie" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Peggie" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
100.00% 1416th/1416 |
100.00% 1379th/1379 |
41.80% 989th/2366 |
81.79% 934th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
56.73% 877th/1546 |
65.23% 1015th/1556 |
15.89% 374th/2353 |
57.08% 883rd/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
40.28% 897th/2227 |
57.12% 1388th/2430 |
19.38% 553rd/2853 |
39.28% 1090th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
95.27% 2798th/2937 |
92.94% 3237th/3483 |
95.37% 3355th/3518 |
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| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Peggie"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Peggie" 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.