Margaret
5 synonyms for Margaret, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Name — A female given name of Ancient Greek origin, meaning "pearl".
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use Margaret
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Margaret River
Queen Margaret
Etymology
From Ancient Greek margarítēs ("pearl"), via Latin Margarita and Old French Margaret, popularised by an early Christian saint of the same name.
Full origin of Margaret →Frequently asked questions
What does “Margaret” mean?
The word “Margaret” means a female given name of Ancient Greek origin, meaning "pearl". In plain terms, a classic female name meaning "pearl", with many nicknames like Maggie, Meg, Peggy, and Daisy.
How do you pronounce “Margaret”?
“Margaret” is pronounced MAHG-riht (/ˈmɑɹɡɹɪt/ in IPA).
How do you use “Margaret” in a sentence?
Here is “Margaret” used in a sentence: “Margaret was named after her great-aunt.”
What part of speech is “Margaret”?
“Margaret” is a name.
Where does the word “Margaret” come from?
The word “Margaret” comes from Ancient Greek. From Ancient Greek margarítēs ("pearl"), via Latin Margarita and Old French Margaret, popularised by an early Christian saint of the same name.
Is “Margaret” a common word?
“Margaret” is a fairly common word in modern English.
How many meanings does “Margaret” have?
“Margaret” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a female given name of Ancient Greek origin, meaning "pearl".
What are common nicknames for "Margaret"?
Common short forms and nicknames for Margaret include Maggie, Meg, Peg, Peggy, and Margie. These informal versions are widely used in everyday speech while Margaret remains the full formal name.
Is "Margaret" only a personal name?
No. Besides being a female given name, Margaret is also the name of two rivers in Western Australia. So the word can refer to a person or to those geographic features depending on context.
