Margaretann

“Pearl” — Associated with beauty and purity

USA origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#1739US 2023

461Births / yr

→Stable

299All-time births

📅 Since 192600

How to pronounce Margaretann

MAH·rgur·ET·AN

/ˈmɑ.rɡər.ˈɛt.ˈæn/ · stress on MAH · 4 syllables

“Pearl”

Associated with beauty and purity · USA origin

What does Margaretann mean and where does it come from?

Margaretann is a compound name that combines 'Margaret' and 'Ann'. Margaret originates from the Greek word 'margaritēs', meaning 'pearl', which was popular in medieval Europe, often associated with beauty and purity. Ann comes from the Hebrew name 'חַנָּה' (Channah), meaning 'favor' or 'grace'. This

Cultural significance

Margaretann has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in USA-speaking communities, where it reflects values of pearl.

Peak popularity

Reached #2913 in 1944 — currently #1739 in the US.

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How else can you spell Margaretann?

Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive

Margaretanne

Spelling variant

What middle names flow best with Margaretann?

Margaretann works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Margaretann Grace

How popular is Margaretann right now?

Holding steady — currently #1739 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1940–2023#1739 · Top 1.3%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1739	461	▲ up 5 · +5% births
2022	#1744	441	▲ up 5 · +7% births
2021	#1749	411	▲ up 9228 · +8120% births
1985	#10977	5	▼ down 4399 · -29% births
1970	#6578	7	▼ down 597 · +17% births
1960	#5981	6	▼ down 1394 · -25% births
1955	#4587	8	▼ down 405
1950	#4182	8	▲ up 840 · +60% births
1945	#5022	5	▼ down 1236 · -29% births
1940	#3786	7	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Margaretann

Best Year2023Rank #1739

Peak Count461

Average Rank#4635

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1940 - 202310 years

The story of Margaretann

Margaretann entered American naming records in 1926 and has been in use for over 98 years. With 299 total births recorded, Margaretann remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #3786 in 1940 to #1739 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Margaretann in 1944:

Mary Barbara Linda Patricia Carol

Margaretann by decade

Margaretann peaked in the 1940s. See all 1940s names →

Decade	Births
1920s	5
1930s	23
1940s ★	85
1950s	42
1960s	68
1970s	38
1980s	23
1990s	5
2000s	5
2010s	5

💎Margaretann has only 299 total recorded births since 1926 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Margaretann?

Common

MarMaEtann

What names sound and feel like Margaretann?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Margaretann also consider these

Margaretanne

United Kingdom · Pearl

Marriann

USA · Combination of Mary

Arabic · A Arabic name

Alisha-ann

Arabic · A Arabic name

Mayalynn

USA · combination of Maya

Periann

USA · English

Common questions about the name Margaretann

What does the name Margaretann mean?

Margaretann means "Pearl" — a name rooted in USA tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Margaretann?

Margaretann is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Margaretann?

Margaretann originates from USA tradition. USA names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Margaretann?

Margaretann is a four-syllable name pronounced M AA1 R G AH0 R EH1 T AE1 N. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Margaretann?

Margaretann pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar USA heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.