How popular is the name Margaret in 2025?

Margaret is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.

When was the name Margaret most popular?

Margaret peaked in 1907, reaching #388 among US boy names.

Margaret will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Margaret entered the US charts in 1881, peaked at #388 in 1907, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#388

peak (1907)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 1,200 people named Margaret are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Margaret alive today was born around 1932, making them about 93 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Margaret in 2025?: Margaret is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Margaret most popular?: Margaret peaked in 1907, reaching #388 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Margaret with classmates?: Margaret will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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