International Baby Names
International Variations of Margaret
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Margalit
Hebrew variation of Margaret
"pearl"
This unusual variation of Margaret is the real first name of actress Maggie Gyllenhaal. It can make a distinctive way to honor an ancestral Margaret or a different long form for such nicknames as…
Margara
Margara is a feminine name with Latin and Greek influences, possibly derived from "Margaret," which means "pearl." This uncommon variation has sporadic usage in Mediterranean and Hispanic cultures.…
Manci
Manci is a feminine name with Hungarian origins. It's often used as a diminutive form of Maria or Margaret (Margit in Hungarian). The name has a sweet, endearing quality typical of Hungarian…
Mamie
Diminutive of Mary or Margaret, Hebrew, Egyptian, Greek
"drop of the sea or bitter or pearl"
Mamie is back. Having finally shorn her Mamie Eisenhower bangs, this insouciant and adorable nickname name is perfect if you want a zestier way to honor a beloved aunt Mary. Meryl Streep's actress…
Gretl
Gretl is a diminutive form of Margaret, used primarily in German-speaking regions, particularly Austria and Bavaria. The name derives from the Greek 'margarites' meaning 'pearl,' with Gretl emerging…
Margarid
Margarid is a feminine name of Armenian origin and is a variation of Margaret, which ultimately derives from the Greek word 'margarites' meaning 'pearl.' In Armenian culture, the name has historical…
Margarida
Portuguese
"daisy; pearl"
This Portuguese version of Marguerite, Margherita, or Margaret has a distinctive yet familiar sound and could get you to nicknames Maggie, Daisy, Margo, Ida, and Edie.
Margarit
Margarit is a feminine name with Mediterranean charm, derived from the Greek word 'margarites' meaning 'pearl.' This variation of Margaret is particularly found in Catalan, Romanian, and Armenian…
Margaux
French spelling variation of Margo
Yes, it's pronounced with a long o sound at the end, just like Margo and Margot. This spelling was popularized by supermodel, actress, and tragic Hemingway granddaughter Margaux, whose name spelling…
Margarite
Margarite is a feminine name derived from the Latin word "margarita," meaning "pearl." It's a variation of Margaret, which has roots in Greek "margarites" (pearl). Throughout history, Margarite has…
Malgosia
Polish
"a pearl"
This name of Polish supermodel Malgosia Bela doesn't sound so bella here--has a bit of an evil witch quality.
Margaro
Margaro is an unusual feminine name that likely derives from roots related to Margaret. The original name Margaret comes from Greek 'margarites' meaning 'pearl.' Margaro may be a rare variant or a…
Margaritis
Margaritis is a feminine name of Greek origin, functioning as a diminutive or variant of Margaret. Its root comes from the Greek word 'margarites,' meaning 'pearl.' This name is predominantly found…
Marge
Short form of Margaret, Greek
"pearl"
Marge used to be as common as Maggie or Megan, ranking on its own in the girls' Top 1000 from 1900 until right after World War II, when so many Old School names fell off the list in favor of a new…
Marged
Welsh form of Margaret
Marged is to Margaret what Elspeth is to Elizabeth, and Karen to Katherine.
Margery
Medieval variation of Margaret, Greek
"pearl"
An old royal name in England and Scotland that's also spelled Marjorie. Popular in the Middle Ages and Tudor period, it was revived at the end of the 19th century, peaked in 1921 and dropped off the…
Marghanita
Marghanita is an uncommon feminine name with roots in Persian and Indian cultures, though it also appears as a variant of Margaret in some contexts. The name carries an exotic, lyrical quality with…
Margie
Diminutive of Margery
Prime pert-teenager name in midcentury TV shows, replaced by Maggie.
Makelesi
Tongan variation of Margaret
"pearl"
Definitely one of the more unusual Margaret translations.
Gretel
Diminutive of Margarete, German
"pearl"
Gretel originated as a nickname for Margarete, the German form of Margaret. It’s a charming name, but most American parents prefer Greta, as Gretel is strongly tied to the fairy tale heroine. The…