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How to pronounce Margaret (MAR-ga-ret)

Margaret

MAR-ga-ret

Margaret

Classic name common in older generations. Often shortened to Marg or Maggie.

Notes

Classic name common in older generations. Often shortened to Marg or Maggie.

Origin & meaning

Origin
Greek
Meaning
pearl

Aussie nickname — what your mates might call you

  • Marge
  • Maggie
  • Mags
Why we shorten names like this →

Popularity

Saint Margaret of Antioch; among the most enduring female names in English-speaking countries.

Notable people

  • Margaret Thatcher (British PM)
  • Margaret Atwood (Canadian author)

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