Margery

“French”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#11854US 2022

8Births / yr

↓Falling

15.8kAll-time births

📅 Since 188000.05% of births at peak

How to pronounce Margery

mahr-jə-ree

/mahr-jə-ree/ · · 3 syllables

“French”

American origin · Girl name

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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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

How popular is Margery right now?

Falling — down 1681 spots — currently #11854 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1880–2022#11854 · Top 8.7%

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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	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Margery

Best Year1920Rank #283

Peak Count534

Average Rank#3511

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1900 - 202224 years

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:

Mary Dorothy Helen Margaret Ruth

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?

AFRIKAANS

Retha

DANISH

GreteGretheMereteMetaMetteRita

DUTCH

GreetGreetjeGriet

ENGLISH

GretaGretchenGrettaJorieMadgeMaeMaeganMaeghanMaggieMamieMargeMargieMargoMarjeMayMaymeMeaganMeaghanMegMeganMeghanMidgePegPeggiePeggyRethaRita

What names sound and feel like Margery?

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

American · Variant of Mallory,

Malery

American · Strong, powerful

Maevery

American · Derived from 'May'

Malvery

English · Derived from the

Avery

American · Originally a surname

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.