Margot Name Meaning

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By Helen Doanna

Lastest Updated July 9, 2024
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Fact: In numerology, Margot is associated with the number 5, which symbolizes adventure, excitement, and dynamism .

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A Deep Dive

Margot Overview

Meaning

Pearl

Gender

Girl

Origin

French

Etymology

Derived from the French diminutive of “Marguerite,” which comes from the Greek word “margarites,” meaning “pearl.”

Religion

Christianity

Pronunciation

/ˈmɑːr.goʊ/

Popularity

Margot is appreciated in France and has gained popularity in English-speaking countries. In 2023, Margot ranked #194 for girls in the USA.

Syllable

2 syllables

Length

6 letters

Numerology

11 (Intuitive, Idealistic, Spiritual)

Name Styles

Vintage, Classic, Cute

Associated Traits

Sophisticated, elegant, classic

Spiritual, Religious, or Cultural Significance

Often associated with Saint Margaret, symbolizing purity and faith.

Name Day

November 16 (France)
A Deep Dive

Margot Variations in Different Cultures

Popular Variations

Margaux, Margo, Margeaux, Marguerite, Margarita

Common Nicknames

Mags, Maggie, Margo, Margie, Mar

Diminutives

Gogo, Mag, Magsy, Mari, Goty

Famous People

  • Margot Robbie
    (Australian Actress)
  • Margot Kidder
    (Canadian-American Actress)
  • Margot Fonteyn
    (British Ballerina)
  • Margot Frank
    (Historical Figure)
  • Margot Wallström
    (Swedish Politician)
  • Margot Asquith
    (British Writer)

Pop Culture Icons and Works

  • Margot Robbie
    ("The Wolf of Wall Street," Film)
  • Margot Tenenbaum
    ("The Royal Tenenbaums," Film)
  • "Margot's Melody"
    (Album)
  • Margot Beste-Chetwynde
    ("Decline and Fall," Novel)
  • Margot
    ("All the Bright Places," Film)
  • "Margot's Garden"
    (Novel)

Places

  • Margot Hotel
    (Paris, France)

What Is the Meaning of Margot?

Margot means “pearl.” The name symbolizes purity and beauty, reflecting qualities of elegance and sophistication.

What Is the Origin of The Name Margot?

The name Margot has French origins, derived from the French form of Margaret, which comes from the Greek word “margaritēs,” meaning “pearl.”

Margot Name Popularity

Popularity Chart of the Name Margot in the U.S. over the Years

United States flagUnited States#1942021#1932022#1482023
Top 3 Rankings#1482023#1932022#1942021

Annual Statistics Breakdown for Margot

YearName RankingNumber of BirthsBirth Rate (%)
2023148
(+45 from 2022)
1923
(+396 from 2022)
0.10994
2022193
(+1 from 2021)
1527
(-1 from 2021)
0.08516
2021194
(+39 from 2020)
1528
(+259 from 2020)
0.08529
2020233
(+72 from 2019)
1269
(+205 from 2019)
0.07179
2019305
(+53 from 2018)
1064
(+183 from 2018)
0.05799
2018358
(+4 from 2017)
881
(+21 from 2017)
0.04737
2017362
(+71 from 2016)
860
(+116 from 2016)
0.04552
2016433
(+159 from 2015)
744
(+239 from 2015)
0.03843
2015592
(+149 from 2014)
505
(+128 from 2014)
0.02589
2014741
(+200 from 2013)
377
(+109 from 2013)
0.01927
2013941
(+119 from 2012)
268
(+31 from 2012)
0.01390
20121060
(+220 from 2011)
237
(+52 from 2011)
0.01222
20111280
(+176 from 2010)
185
(+30 from 2010)
0.00955
20101456
(+7 from 2009)
155
(-4 from 2009)
0.00791
20091463
(+120 from 2008)
159
(+15 from 2008)
0.00785
20081583
(+89 from 2007)
144
(+12 from 2007)
0.00691
20071672
(+161 from 2006)
132
(+21 from 2006)
0.00624
20061833
(+150 from 2005)
111
(+15 from 2005)
0.00531
20051983
(-202 from 2004)
96
(-11 from 2004)
0.00473
20041781
(-247 from 2003)
107
(-19 from 2003)
0.00530
20031534
(+72 from 2002)
126
(+11 from 2002)
0.00628
20021606
(+281 from 2001)
115
(+23 from 2001)
0.00582
20011887
(-2 from 2000)
92
(+2 from 2000)
0.00464
20001885
(-154 from 1999)
90
(-3 from 1999)
0.00451
19991731
(-181 from 1998)
93
(-14 from 1998)
0.00478
19981550
(+183 from 1997)
107
(+18 from 1997)
0.00552
19971733
(-214 from 1996)
89
(-16 from 1996)
0.00466
19961519
(+107 from 1995)
105
(+14 from 1995)
0.00548
19951626
(+102 from 1994)
91
(+6 from 1994)
0.00474
19941728
(-190 from 1993)
85
(-16 from 1993)
0.00436
19931538
(-31 from 1992)
101
(-3 from 1992)
0.00512
19921507
(+30 from 1991)
104
(+3 from 1991)
0.00519
19911537
(+151 from 1990)
101
(+14 from 1990)
0.00497
19901688
(-100 from 1989)
87
(-1 from 1989)
0.00423
19891588
(-111 from 1988)
88
(-4 from 1988)
0.00442
19881477
(-128 from 1987)
92
(-9 from 1987)
0.00478
19871349
(-56 from 1986)
101
(-3 from 1986)
0.00539
19861293
(-68 from 1985)
104
(-8 from 1985)
0.00564
19851225
(+14 from 1984)
112
(+8 from 1984)
0.00607
19841239
(+89 from 1983)
104
(+14 from 1983)
0.00577
19831328
(-141 from 1982)
90
(-25 from 1982)
0.00503
19821187
(+266 from 1981)
115
(+32 from 1981)
0.00634
19811453
(-80 from 1980)
83
(-8 from 1980)
0.00464
19801373
(+304 from 1979)
91
(+25 from 1979)
0.00511
19791677
(-80 from 1978)
66
(-1 from 1978)
0.00383
19781597
(+165 from 1977)
67
(+9 from 1977)
0.00408
19771762
(-177 from 1976)
58
(-5 from 1976)
0.00353
19761585
(+128 from 1975)
63
(+8 from 1975)
0.00401
19751713
(+168 from 1974)
55
(+9 from 1974)
0.00352
19741881
(+138 from 1973)
46
(+6 from 1973)
0.00294
19732019
(-517 from 1972)
40
(-23 from 1972)
0.00257
19721502
(-86 from 1971)
63
(-11 from 1971)
0.00391
19711416
(-146 from 1970)
74
(-12 from 1970)
0.00422
19701270
(-141 from 1969)
86
(-10 from 1969)
0.00469
19691129
(-16 from 1968)
96
(+4 from 1968)
0.00545
19681113
(-31 from 1967)
92
(-1 from 1967)
0.00538
19671082
(-91 from 1966)
93
(-13 from 1966)
0.00542
1966991
(-18 from 1965)
106
(-6 from 1965)
0.00604
1965973
(-77 from 1964)
112
(-23 from 1964)
0.00613
1964896
(-35 from 1963)
135
(-13 from 1963)
0.00690
1963861
(-9 from 1962)
148
(-5 from 1962)
0.00744
1962852
(+77 from 1961)
153
(+20 from 1961)
0.00755
1961929
(-51 from 1960)
133
(-7 from 1960)
0.00640
1960878
(+99 from 1959)
140
(+23 from 1959)
0.00673
1959977
(+112 from 1958)
117
(+24 from 1958)
0.00563
19581089
(-63 from 1957)
93
(-11 from 1957)
0.00450
19571026
(-19 from 1956)
104
(+1 from 1956)
0.00496
19561007
(-85 from 1955)
103
(-11 from 1955)
0.00500
1955922
(+17 from 1954)
114
(+9 from 1954)
0.00569
1954939
(-152 from 1953)
105
(-31 from 1953)
0.00527
1953787
(+20 from 1952)
136
(+9 from 1952)
0.00705
1952807
(-42 from 1951)
127
(-6 from 1951)
0.00668
1951765
(+135 from 1950)
133
(+36 from 1950)
0.00720
1950900
(-57 from 1949)
97
(-13 from 1949)
0.00552
1949843
(-96 from 1948)
110
(-19 from 1948)
0.00627
1948747
(+160 from 1947)
129
(+33 from 1947)
0.00740
1947907
(-105 from 1946)
96
(-10 from 1946)
0.00528
1946802
(-171 from 1945)
106
(-27 from 1945)
0.00657
1945631
(+101 from 1944)
133
(+26 from 1944)
0.00988
1944732
(-78 from 1943)
107
(-27 from 1943)
0.00783
1943654
(-1 from 1942)
134
(+3 from 1942)
0.00934
1942653
(-46 from 1941)
131
(-4 from 1941)
0.00942
1941607
(+22 from 1940)
135
(+10 from 1940)
0.01083
1940629
(-10 from 1939)
125
(+6 from 1939)
0.01058
1939619
(-33 from 1938)
119
(-19 from 1938)
0.01049
1938586
(+13 from 1937)
138
(+12 from 1937)
0.01209
1937599
(-21 from 1936)
126
(-4 from 1936)
0.01144
1936578
(+34 from 1935)
130
(+17 from 1935)
0.01206
1935612
(-30 from 1934)
113
(-11 from 1934)
0.01040
1934582
(+51 from 1933)
124
(+17 from 1933)
0.01146
1933633
(+86 from 1932)
107
(+19 from 1932)
0.01023
1932719
(+119 from 1931)
88
(+21 from 1931)
0.00795
1931838
(-143 from 1930)
67
(-31 from 1930)
0.00607
1930695
(+147 from 1929)
98
(+27 from 1929)
0.00840
1929842
(+188 from 1928)
71
(+18 from 1928)
0.00613
19281030
(+109 from 1927)
53
(+8 from 1927)
0.00443
19271139
(+59 from 1926)
45
(+4 from 1926)
0.00364
19261198
(+27 from 1925)
41
(+1 from 1925)
0.00333
19251225
(+33 from 1924)
40
No change from 1924
0.00317
19241258
(+47 from 1923)
40
(+4 from 1923)
0.00309
19231305
(-246 from 1922)
36
(-15 from 1922)
0.00287
19221059
(+178 from 1921)
51
(+12 from 1921)
0.00409
19211237
(-248 from 1920)
39
(-16 from 1920)
0.00305
1920989
(+227 from 1919)
55
(+17 from 1919)
0.00442
19191216
(-32 from 1918)
38
(-2 from 1918)
0.00324
19181184
(-58 from 1917)
40
No change from 1917
0.00333
19171126
(+152 from 1916)
40
(+8 from 1916)
0.00356
19161278
(+39 from 1915)
32
(+3 from 1915)
0.00295
19151317
(-329 from 1914)
29
(-7 from 1914)
0.00283
1914988
(+320 from 1913)
36
(+17 from 1913)
0.00452
19131308
(-228 from 1912)
19
(-4 from 1912)
0.00290
19121080
(+33 from 1911)
23
(+7 from 1911)
0.00392
19111113
(+222 from 1910)
16
(+4 from 1910)
0.00362
19101335
(+34 from 1909)
12
(+2 from 1909)
0.00286
19091369
(-285 from 1908)
10
(-4 from 1908)
0.00272
19081084
(+300 from 1907)
14
(+5 from 1907)
0.00395
19071384
(+169 from 1906)
9
(+2 from 1906)
0.00267
19061553
(+143 from 1905)
7
(+1 from 1905)
0.00223
19051696
(-37 from 1904)
6
No change from 1904
0.00194
19041659
(-65 from 1902)
6
No change from 1902
0.00205
19030
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19021594
(-423 from 1900)
6
(-5 from 1900)
0.00214
19010
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19001171
(+223 from 1899)
11
(+5 from 1899)
0.00346
18991394
(+189 from 1896)
6
(+1 from 1896)
0.00242
18980
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18970
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18961583
(-98 from 1894)
5
No change from 1894
0.00198
18950
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18941485
First SSA data recorded
5
First SSA data recorded
0.00212
18930
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18920
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18910
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18900
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18890
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18880
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18870
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18860
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18850
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18840
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18830
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18820
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18810
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18800
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000

American States Popularity Rankings for Margot

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Number of Births )

New York (NY)

New York (NY) flagNew York (NY)#2252021#1812022#1582023

California (CA)

California (CA) flagCalifornia (CA)#2202021#2242022#1592023

Texas (TX)

Texas (TX) flagTexas (TX)#2042021#2972022#1692023

Illinois (IL)

Illinois (IL) flagIllinois (IL)#1702021#1492022#1042023

Pennsylvania (PA)

Pennsylvania (PA) flagPennsylvania (PA)#1432021#1532022#1082023

Ohio (OH)

Ohio (OH) flagOhio (OH)#1532021#2572022#1312023

Massachusetts (MA)

Massachusetts (MA) flagMassachusetts (MA)#1462021#1322022#1082023

Michigan (MI)

Michigan (MI) flagMichigan (MI)#1482021#1872022#1232023

New Jersey (NJ)

New Jersey (NJ) flagNew Jersey (NJ)#2432021#3002022#2062023

Florida (FL)

Florida (FL) flagFlorida (FL)#3002021#3252022#2212023

Washington (WA)

Washington (WA) flagWashington (WA)#1292021#1222022#1062023

Georgia (GA)

Georgia (GA) flagGeorgia (GA)#3422021#2312022#1612023

North Carolina (NC)

North Carolina (NC) flagNorth Carolina (NC)#2452021#2042022#1932023

Colorado (CO)

Colorado (CO) flagColorado (CO)#972021#1002022#742023

Virginia (VA)

Virginia (VA) flagVirginia (VA)#2252021#1672022#1262023

Minnesota (MN)

Minnesota (MN) flagMinnesota (MN)#1512021#1242022#1342023

Indiana (IN)

Indiana (IN) flagIndiana (IN)#1942021#1792022#1602023

Missouri (MO)

Missouri (MO) flagMissouri (MO)#2202021#1872022#1332023

Oregon (OR)

Oregon (OR) flagOregon (OR)#792021#1122022#1472023

Tennessee (TN)

Tennessee (TN) flagTennessee (TN)#2242021#1922022#1682023

Connecticut (CT)

Connecticut (CT) flagConnecticut (CT)#1082021#1422022#1002023

Wisconsin (WI)

Wisconsin (WI) flagWisconsin (WI)#2372021#1862022#1212023

Utah (UT)

Utah (UT) flagUtah (UT)#1432021#1352022#762023

Maryland (MD)

Maryland (MD) flagMaryland (MD)#2322021#2072022#2012023

Louisiana (LA)

Louisiana (LA) flagLouisiana (LA)#1942021#2232022#2512023

Arizona (AZ)

Arizona (AZ) flagArizona (AZ)#2492021#3442022#1842023

District of Columbia (DC)

District of Columbia (DC) flagDistrict of Columbia (DC)#342021#512022#422023

Kansas (KS)

Kansas (KS) flagKansas (KS)#1572021#2202022#1042023

Kentucky (KY)

Kentucky (KY) flagKentucky (KY)#2542021#1922022#2232023

Alabama (AL)

Alabama (AL) flagAlabama (AL)#3582021#1892022#2352023

Iowa (IA)

Iowa (IA) flagIowa (IA)#3312021#3322022#2472023

Oklahoma (OK)

Oklahoma (OK) flagOklahoma (OK)#2232021#2672022#1922023

South Carolina (SC)

South Carolina (SC) flagSouth Carolina (SC)#3892021#2722022#1892023

Arkansas (AR)

Arkansas (AR) flagArkansas (AR)#2222021#2602022#1822023

Nebraska (NE)

Nebraska (NE) flagNebraska (NE)#3432021#1752022#2952023

New Hampshire (NH)

New Hampshire (NH) flagNew Hampshire (NH)#1232021#1242022#1182023

Idaho (ID)

Idaho (ID) flagIdaho (ID)#4202020#2072022#2132023

Maine (ME)

Maine (ME) flagMaine (ME)#1622021#1472022#932023

Nevada (NV)

Nevada (NV) flagNevada (NV)#3712021#4012022#4692023

Montana (MT)

Montana (MT) flagMontana (MT)#1902021#2242022#2232023

Mississippi (MS)

Mississippi (MS) flagMississippi (MS)#4022021#4432022#5082023

Rhode Island (RI)

Rhode Island (RI) flagRhode Island (RI)#1492021#2012022#1622023

Alaska (AK)

Alaska (AK) flagAlaska (AK)#1412019#1362022

South Dakota (SD)

South Dakota (SD) flagSouth Dakota (SD)#1902023

West Virginia (WV)

West Virginia (WV) flagWest Virginia (WV)#3652019

North Dakota (ND)

North Dakota (ND) flagNorth Dakota (ND)#2162023

New Mexico (NM)

New Mexico (NM) flagNew Mexico (NM)#3612023

Hawaii (HI)

Hawaii (HI) flagHawaii (HI)#2092023

Popularity Rankings for Margot in other Countries and American Territories

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Rankings)

Popularity in Medieval England

Medieval England flagMedieval England#191377-1381

Popularity in Germany

Germany flagGermany#241936#221937#281938

Popularity in New Zealand

New Zealand flagNew Zealand#722021#422022#762023

Popularity in France

France flagFrance#472020#452021#552022

Popularity in Quebec, Canada

Quebec, Canada flagQuebec, Canada#712020#542021#542022

Popularity in England and Wales

England and Wales flagEngland and Wales#942019#802020#572021

Popularity in Canada

Canada flagCanada#1732021#1632022#792023

Popularity in Australia (NSW)

Australia (NSW) flagAustralia (NSW)#822023

Popularity in Northern Ireland

Northern Ireland flagNorthern Ireland#1582021#1112022#1022023

Popularity in Belgium

Belgium flagBelgium#1042020#1482021#1512022

Popularity in Scotland

Scotland flagScotland#1772021#1632022#1062023

Popularity in Ireland

Ireland flagIreland#2282021#1952022#1372023

Popularity in Chile

Chile flagChile#1731970#1691971#1871973

Popularity in Austria

Austria flagAustria#2001984#1781985

Popularity in Switzerland

Switzerland flagSwitzerland#2622020#2562021#2202022

Popularity in Iceland

Iceland flagIceland#2972022

Popularity in Poland

Poland flagPoland#3702005#7342014#5742018

Popularity in Norway

Norway flagNorway#4412018#4312019#4122020

Popularity in Sweden

Sweden flagSweden#5862022#4872023

Source: Social Security Administration (SSA) and Other National Sources

Is Margot a Name for Boys or Girls?

Margot is primarily a girl’s name, cherished for its chic and timeless sound. Its elegant meaning and French roots make it a favorite choice among parents.

Variants, Nicknames, Diminutives, and Ideal Middle Names for Margot

Margot in Famous People Names, Pop Culture, and Places

  • Margot Robbie (Actress, born 1990): An Australian actress known for her roles in "The Wolf of Wall Street" and "I, Tonya."
  • Margot Kidder (Actress, 1948–2018): A Canadian-American actress famous for playing Lois Lane in the "Superman" films.
  • Margot Fonteyn (Ballerina, 1919–1991): A British ballerina regarded as one of the greatest classical ballet dancers of all time.
  • Margot Frank (Historical Figure, 1926–1945): The older sister of Anne Frank, who also perished during the Holocaust.
  • Margot Wallström (Politician, born 1954): A Swedish politician who served as the Minister for Foreign Affairs and held various positions in the European Commission.
  • Margot Asquith (Writer, 1864–1945): A British socialite and author, known for her witty and candid memoirs.
  • Margot Adler (Author, 1946–2014): An American author, journalist, and Wiccan priestess, known for her book "Drawing Down the Moon."
  • Margot Honecker (Politician, 1927–2016): An East German politician who served as the Minister of Education.
  • Margot Robbie ("The Wolf of Wall Street," 2013 Film): A renowned actress who gained fame for her role as Naomi Lapaglia in this biographical crime film.
  • Margot Tenenbaum ("The Royal Tenenbaums," 2001 Film): A complex and enigmatic character in this cult classic, known for her distinctive style and secretive nature.
  • "Margot's Melody" (2016 Album): A beautiful music album filled with soulful songs reflecting Margot's emotional journey through love and self-discovery.
  • Margot Beste-Chetwynde ("Decline and Fall," 1928 Novel): A charming and wealthy socialite in Evelyn Waugh's satirical novel, who becomes the love interest of the protagonist.
  • Margot ("All the Bright Places," 2020 Film): A supporting character in this emotional drama about two teenagers dealing with their personal struggles.
  • "Margot's Garden" (2017 Novel): A touching novel where Margot finds solace and transformation in nurturing a neglected garden.
  • Margot Verger ("Hannibal," 2013 TV Series): A troubled character with a dark past, struggling for control and independence in this psychological horror series.
  • Margot Channing ("All About Eve," 1950 Film): An iconic character, a successful but aging Broadway star, whose career is threatened by a young and ambitious actress.
  • Margot City (Ontario, Canada): A charming city in Ontario known for its vibrant arts scene and historic architecture.
  • Margot Beach (Florida, USA): A popular beach in Florida offering white sands and clear waters for relaxation and recreation.
  • Margot River (Western Australia, Australia): A flowing river in Western Australia, ideal for kayaking and fishing.
  • Margot Park (Paris, France): A lovely park in Paris, perfect for leisurely strolls and picnics amidst beautiful gardens.
  • Margot Lake (Saskatchewan, Canada): A serene lake in Saskatchewan, great for boating and fishing.
  • Margot Hills (Scotland, UK): Rolling hills in Scotland, offering picturesque views and hiking opportunities.
  • Margot Forest (California, USA): A dense forest in California, home to diverse wildlife and hiking trails.

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