Margaret Cobos

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Margaret Cobos — pearl
1.2 million People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Margaret Cobos 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 Cobos: Cobo Center, a convention center in Detroit, Michigan, US Alfredo Vásquez Cobo International Airport, an airport in Leticia, Colombia Villar del Cobo, a municipality in Aragon, Spain Cobo, a village and beach in Castel, Guernsey Albert Cobo, former mayor of Detroit Alfonso Cobo (born 1992), Spanish businessman Ana María Cobo Carmona (born 1973), Spanish politician Anthony Cobos, politician from the state of Texas Bernabé Cobo (1582–1657), missionary and historian of the Inca Empire Carlos de los Cobos, Mexican football coach and former player Carola Cobo (1909–2003), Bolivian theater and radio. 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: Cobos

Spanish

Cobo Center, a convention center in Detroit, Michigan, US Alfredo Vásquez Cobo International Airport, an airport in Leticia, Colombia Villar del Cobo, a municipality in Aragon, Spain Cobo, a village and beach in Castel, Guernsey Albert Cobo, former mayor of Detroit Alfonso Cobo (born 1992), Spanish businessman Ana María Cobo Carmona (born 1973), Spanish politician Anthony Cobos, politician from the state of Texas Bernabé Cobo (1582–1657), missionary and historian of the Inca Empire Carlos de los Cobos, Mexican football coach and former player Carola Cobo (1909–2003), Bolivian theater and radio.

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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 Cobos

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 Cobos:

11
Expression Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

1
Soul Urge Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

1
Personality Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

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 Cobos?
The surname Cobos originates from Spanish. Cobo Center, a convention center in Detroit, Michigan, US Alfredo Vásquez Cobo International Airport, an airport in Leticia, Colombia Villar del Cobo, a municipality in Aragon, Spain Cobo, a village and beach in Castel, Guernsey Albert Cobo, former mayor of Detroit Alfonso Cobo (born 1992), Spanish businessman Ana María Cobo Carmona (born 1973), Spanish politician Anthony Cobos, politician from the state of Texas Bernabé Cobo (1582–1657), missionary and historian of the Inca Empire Carlos de los Cobos, Mexican football coach and former player Carola Cobo (1909–2003), Bolivian theater and radio.
What are the origins of the name Margaret Cobos?
The name Margaret Cobos combines two different traditions: the first name Margaret has Greek roots, while the surname Cobos originates from Spanish.
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