What Does the Name Margaret Mean
The name Margaret comes from English roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Margaret below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Margaret Name Meaning
EnglishDerived from Latin Margarita, which was from Greek μαργαριτης (margarites) meaning "pearl", probably ultimately a borrowing from Sanskrit मञ्यरी (manyari). Saint Margaret, the patron of expectant mothers, was...
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