Margaret Beach

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Margaret Beach — pearl
1.2 million People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Margaret Beach 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 Beach: Adam Beach (born 1972), Canadian actor Alfred Ely Beach (1826–1896), inventor and publisher Allen C. Beach (1825–1918), New York politician Amy Beach (1867–1944), American composer, also known as Mrs. H.H.A. Beach Bill Beach (jazz musician) (born 1953), American jazz musician Bill Beach (rockabilly musician) (1932–2024), American musician Bill Beach (rower) (1850–1935), Australian sculler Carmi W. Beach (1841–1888), American politician in Wisconsin Charles L. 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: Beach

English

Adam Beach (born 1972), Canadian actor Alfred Ely Beach (1826–1896), inventor and publisher Allen C. Beach (1825–1918), New York politician Amy Beach (1867–1944), American composer, also known as Mrs. H.H.A. Beach Bill Beach (jazz musician) (born 1953), American jazz musician Bill Beach (rockabilly musician) (1932–2024), American musician Bill Beach (rower) (1850–1935), Australian sculler Carmi W. Beach (1841–1888), American politician in Wisconsin Charles L.

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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 Beach

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 Beach:

3
Expression Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

4
Soul Urge Number

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

8
Personality Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

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 Beach?
The surname Beach originates from English. Adam Beach (born 1972), Canadian actor Alfred Ely Beach (1826–1896), inventor and publisher Allen C. Beach (1825–1918), New York politician Amy Beach (1867–1944), American composer, also known as Mrs. H.H.A. Beach Bill Beach (jazz musician) (born 1953), American jazz musician Bill Beach (rockabilly musician) (1932–2024), American musician Bill Beach (rower) (1850–1935), Australian sculler Carmi W. Beach (1841–1888), American politician in Wisconsin Charles L.
What are the origins of the name Margaret Beach?
The name Margaret Beach combines two different traditions: the first name Margaret has Greek roots, while the surname Beach originates from English.
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