Margita
About Margita
Margita is a feminine name with Slavic and Hungarian origins. It's a variation of Margaret, which derives from the Greek word 'margarites' meaning 'pearl.' Particularly popular in Slovakia, the Czech Republic, Hungary, and other Central European countries, Margita carries the same dignified heritage as its more common variants. Throughout history, the name has been associated with several saints and royal figures. While less common internationally than Margaret or Marguerite, Margita offers a distinctive Eastern European charm while remaining recognizable. The name has a melodic quality with its gentle consonants and ending with the feminine 'a' sound that's typical of many Slavic female names.
Pronounced mar-GEE-tuh.
As of October 2026, Margita ranked #9873 in US births in 1984 SSA, peaked at #9745 in 1983.
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Sources: US popularity data is from the Social Security Administration. Meanings and origins are from Nameberry's name references.
Margita on lists
Famous Margitas
- Margita Stefanovic (d..2002)
keyboardist for the Yugoslavian rock band Ekatarina Velika and Katarina II.