Maggi
About Maggi
Maggi is a feminine name functioning as a diminutive form of Margaret, which derives from Greek "margarites" meaning "pearl." This cheerful spelling variation offers a more modern, casual alternative to Maggie while maintaining its friendly, approachable charm. Particularly popular in Scandinavian countries and parts of Europe, Maggi has a bright, youthful quality. The name balances familiarity with distinction through its unique spelling. While less common than Maggie in English-speaking countries, it provides the same classic roots with a slightly more distinctive presentation. Maggi shares the warm, unpretentious appeal of its traditional counterpart while offering a subtle twist that sets it apart.
Pronounced MAG-ee.
As of October 2026, Maggi ranked #12904 in US births in 2024 SSA, peaked at #2889 in 1984.
AI-written. Reviewed by Pamela Redmond
Sources: US popularity data is from the Social Security Administration. Meanings and origins are from Nameberry's name references.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | 0 |