Margrete
girl nameMargrete entered the US charts in 1889, peaked at #1147 in 1889, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1889–2025
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rank today
#1147
peak (1889)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #1147 |
| 1900s | #1897 |
| 1910s | #2804 |
| 1920s | #3326 |
| 1930s | #3742 |
| 1950s | #5148 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Margrete are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Margrete alive today was born around 1921, making them about 104 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Margrete in 2025?
- Margrete is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Margrete most popular?
- Margrete peaked in 1889, reaching #1147 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Margrete with classmates?
- Margrete will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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