Margaret Holcomb

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Margaret Holcomb — pearl
1.2 million People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Margaret Holcomb 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 Holcomb: Al Holcomb, American football coach Amasa Holcomb, American farmer, surveyor, civil engineer, businessman, and manufacturer of surveying instruments Benjamin Harrison Holcomb, American, one-time oldest living man Bob Holcomb, American politician and attorney Bobby Holcomb, American artist and musician Charles Holcomb, American judge Charlie Holcomb, American-born English cricketer Cole Holcomb, American football player Corey Holcomb, American stand-up comedian, radio host, and actor David Holcomb, American State Senator from Ohio Doug Holcomb, American basketball player Drew Holcomb, American . 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: Holcomb

English

Al Holcomb, American football coach Amasa Holcomb, American farmer, surveyor, civil engineer, businessman, and manufacturer of surveying instruments Benjamin Harrison Holcomb, American, one-time oldest living man Bob Holcomb, American politician and attorney Bobby Holcomb, American artist and musician Charles Holcomb, American judge Charlie Holcomb, American-born English cricketer Cole Holcomb, American football player Corey Holcomb, American stand-up comedian, radio host, and actor David Holcomb, American State Senator from Ohio Doug Holcomb, American basketball player Drew Holcomb, American .

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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 Holcomb

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 Holcomb:

7
Expression Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

1
Soul Urge Number

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

6
Personality Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

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 Holcomb?
The surname Holcomb originates from English. Al Holcomb, American football coach Amasa Holcomb, American farmer, surveyor, civil engineer, businessman, and manufacturer of surveying instruments Benjamin Harrison Holcomb, American, one-time oldest living man Bob Holcomb, American politician and attorney Bobby Holcomb, American artist and musician Charles Holcomb, American judge Charlie Holcomb, American-born English cricketer Cole Holcomb, American football player Corey Holcomb, American stand-up comedian, radio host, and actor David Holcomb, American State Senator from Ohio Doug Holcomb, American basketball player Drew Holcomb, American .
What are the origins of the name Margaret Holcomb?
The name Margaret Holcomb combines two different traditions: the first name Margaret has Greek roots, while the surname Holcomb originates from English.
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