Margit is a feminine given name of Hungarian origin, derived from the Hungarian word 'margó', which means 'pearl'. It is predominantly used in Hungary and some other Eastern European countries. The name has been popular among Hungarians for centuries and has been chosen by numerous parents for their daughters due to its unique sound and meaning. The most famous bearer of this name is perhaps Margit Kaffka, a Hungarian poetess and writer known for her works during the early 20th century.
The name Margit experienced significant popularity fluctuations throughout the years. With a total of 672 births recorded over the span of these statistics (1908 to 1993), there were periods where it was quite common and others where it was barely used. The highest number of births in any single year was 20, which occurred twice - in 1963 and again in 1959. Conversely, the lowest recorded number of births was just 5, appearing in several years including 1987 and 1973. Overall, Margit's popularity as a baby name appears to have been relatively modest throughout most of the twentieth century.