Margaret Bartley

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Margaret Bartley — pearl
1.2 million People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Margaret Bartley is a name that combines Greek origins. The first name Margaret is a feminine given name of Greek origin. From the Greek Margarites (Μαργαρίτης), meaning "pearl." Via Latin Margarita. Name of three queens of Scotland. The surname Bartley: Surname Ashley Bartley, American politician from Vermont Barrington Bartley (born 1980), Jamaican-American cricketer Charles Bartley (1921–1996), American scientist David M. Bartley (1935–2023), American politician and educator Dick Bartley (born 1951), American radio disc jockey active 1969–2016 Edward Bartley (1839–1919), New Zealand architect Ephesians Bartley (born 1969), American football player Frank Bartley (born 1994), American basketball player for Ironi Ness Ziona of the Israeli Basketball Premier League Geoff Bartley (born 1948), American singer/songwriter active 1969–present George. Margaret is one of the most widespread first names worldwide, carried by approximately 1.2 million people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Margaret reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Margaret

Meaning: pearl

Greek

From the Greek Margarites (Μαργαρίτης), meaning "pearl." Via Latin Margarita. Name of three queens of Scotland.

Surname: Bartley

English

Surname Ashley Bartley, American politician from Vermont Barrington Bartley (born 1980), Jamaican-American cricketer Charles Bartley (1921–1996), American scientist David M. Bartley (1935–2023), American politician and educator Dick Bartley (born 1951), American radio disc jockey active 1969–2016 Edward Bartley (1839–1919), New Zealand architect Ephesians Bartley (born 1969), American football player Frank Bartley (born 1994), American basketball player for Ironi Ness Ziona of the Israeli Basketball Premier League Geoff Bartley (born 1948), American singer/songwriter active 1969–present George.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Margaret is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 22%
Australia 9%
Greece 8%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Margaret by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Name Variants & Related Names

The name Margaret has several variants and related forms across different languages and cultures:

  • Maggie
  • Peggy
  • Marge
  • Margherita
  • Marguerite
  • Greta

Notable People Named Margaret Bartley

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Margaret Bartley:

4
Expression Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

4
Soul Urge Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

9
Personality Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Margaret?
The first name Margaret originates from Greek. From the Greek Margarites (Μαργαρίτης), meaning "pearl." Via Latin Margarita. Name of three queens of Scotland.
When was Margaret most popular?
The name Margaret reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Bartley?
The surname Bartley originates from English. Surname Ashley Bartley, American politician from Vermont Barrington Bartley (born 1980), Jamaican-American cricketer Charles Bartley (1921–1996), American scientist David M. Bartley (1935–2023), American politician and educator Dick Bartley (born 1951), American radio disc jockey active 1969–2016 Edward Bartley (1839–1919), New Zealand architect Ephesians Bartley (born 1969), American football player Frank Bartley (born 1994), American basketball player for Ironi Ness Ziona of the Israeli Basketball Premier League Geoff Bartley (born 1948), American singer/songwriter active 1969–present George.
What are the origins of the name Margaret Bartley?
The name Margaret Bartley combines two different traditions: the first name Margaret has Greek roots, while the surname Bartley originates from English.
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