Margaret vs Mary
Margaret
Gender: boy
Origin: Greek
Meaning: Pearl
Peak: 1916 (2.30%)
Mary
Gender: boy
Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Beloved, wished-for child
Peak: 1880 (7.24%)
Popularity Comparison
| Year | Margaret | Mary |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | 1.62% | 7.24% |
| 1890 | 1.54% | 5.99% |
| 1900 | 1.67% | 5.26% |
| 1910 | 1.96% | 5.44% |
| 1920 | 2.25% | 5.71% |
| 1930 | 1.57% | 5.50% |
| 1940 | 1.28% | 4.76% |
| 1950 | 1.03% | 3.72% |
| 1960 | 0.55% | 2.48% |
| 1970 | 0.26% | 1.05% |
| 1980 | 0.16% | 0.64% |
| 1990 | 0.16% | 0.42% |
| 2000 | 0.16% | 0.31% |
FAQ
Is Margaret or Mary more popular?
Mary has historically been more popular. Margaret peaked in 1916 while Mary peaked in 1880.
What do Margaret and Mary mean?
Margaret means "Pearl" while Mary means "Beloved, wished-for child".