Margarett is a traditional and elegant feminine given name, derived from the Latin Margarita, which means 'pearl'. It was particularly popular during the Middle Ages, where it was often bestowed upon young girls as a symbol of purity and beauty. Margarett has been associated with several notable figures throughout history, such as St. Margaret of Antioch, who is revered in many Christian denominations. The name Margarett retains its timeless appeal today, offering parents a classic choice for their daughters.
The name Margarett experienced a significant rise and fall in popularity over the course of its recorded history. In the late 19th century, there were only sporadic years with more than five births, peaking at ten births in 1889. However, in the early 20th century, there was a sudden surge, with numbers consistently reaching into the double digits starting from 1907, and even tripling that by 1913 with an impressive 41 births.
The First World War saw a dip in popularity, with Margarett's birth numbers dropping to as low as 56 in 1915. However, the post-war years brought another boom, peaking at 117 births in 1922. This period of high popularity persisted until around 1932 when numbers began a slow decline.
From the mid-1940s onwards, Margarett's popularity continued to wane, with birth numbers dropping into single digits by the early 1960s and remaining low ever since. The most recent data available (2022) shows only nine births, indicating that Margarett is no longer a popular name choice.
In total, over the course of these statistics, there have been 4,921 births named Margarett.