What does Margery mean and where does it come from?
Margery has historical roots dating back to medieval England and is derived from the name Margaret (from the Greek word 'margaritēs,' meaning pearl). Used mainly in English-speaking countries, it has also seen usage in French contexts. The name was popular in the Middle Ages and is associated with s
Cultural significance
Margery has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of french.
Peak popularity
Reached #279 in 1921 — currently #11854 in the US.
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Browse names →What middle names flow best with Margery?
Margery works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Margery Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Margery Rose
Floral · soft ending
Margery Mae
Sweet · timeless
Margery Claire
French influence · crisp
Margery Jane
Literary · strong
Margery Skye
Modern · airy feel
How popular is Margery right now?
Falling — down 1681 spots — currently #11854 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
| Year | US Rank | Births | vs Prior Year |
|---|
| 2022 | #11854 | 8 | ▼ down 1681 · -11% births |
| 2020 | #10173 | 9 | ▲ up 4335 · +50% births |
| 2005 | #14508 | 6 | ▼ down 3760 · -25% births |
| 2000 | #10748 | 8 | ▼ down 220 · +14% births |
| 1995 | #10528 | 7 | ▼ down 5237 · -59% births |
| 1990 | #5291 | 17 | ▼ down 644 · +6% births |
| 1985 | #4647 | 16 | ▼ down 1138 · -30% births |
| 1980 | #3509 | 23 | ▼ down 693 · -12% births |
| 1975 | #2816 | 26 | ▼ down 830 · -38% births |
| 1970 | #1986 | 42 | ▼ down 760 · -45% births |
| 1965 | #1226 | 77 | ▼ down 24 · -6% births |
| 1960 | #1202 | 82 | ▼ down 379 · -41% births |
| 1955 | #823 | 138 | ▼ down 199 · -25% births |
| 1950 | #624 | 184 | ▼ down 129 · -15% births |
| 1945 | #495 | 216 | — |
The story of Margery
Margery has been a beloved American name for over 144 years, first appearing in Social Security records in 1880. A total of 15,775 babies have received this name. Once ranked #660 in 1880, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #11854 in 2022.
Names that peaked alongside Margery in 1921:
Margery by decade
Margery peaked in the 1920s. See all 1920s names →
| Decade | Births | |
|---|
| 1880s | 129 | |
| 1890s | 350 | |
| 1900s | 425 | |
| 1910s | 2,329 | |
| 1920s ★ | 4,722 | |
| 1930s | 2,685 | |
| 1940s | 2,337 | |
| 1950s | 1,505 | |
| 1960s | 711 | |
| 1970s | 247 | |
| 1980s | 150 | |
| 1990s | 86 | |
| 2000s | 58 | |
| 2010s | 32 | |
| 2020s | 9 | |
What are good nicknames for Margery?
DANISH
GreteGretheMereteMetaMetteRita
ENGLISH
GretaGretchenGrettaJorieMadgeMaeMaeganMaeghanMaggieMamieMargeMargieMargoMarjeMayMaymeMeaganMeaghanMegMeganMeghanMidgePegPeggiePeggyRethaRita
What names sound and feel like Margery?
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How is Margery written in other languages?
Common questions about the name Margery
What does the name Margery mean?
Margery means "French" — a name rooted in American 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 Margery?
Margery is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Margery have increased significantly in recent years.
What is the cultural origin of Margery?
Margery originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
What sibling names go well with Margery?
Margery pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar American heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.
Is Margery trending right now?
Margery is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.