Margaret Klinger

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Margaret Klinger — pearl
1.2 million People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Margaret Klinger 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 Klinger: Bertoldo Klinger (1884–1969), Brazilian military officer Bob Klinger (1908–1977), American baseball player Chad Klinger (active 1998–2013), Canadian country music artist Chajka Klinger (1917–1958), member of Jewish resistance of Będzin ghetto CJ Klinger (Carson Klinger), American professional pickleball player David Klinger (born 1958), American criminologist and former police officer Dietmar Klinger (born 1958), German football player Fausto Klinger (born 1953), Ecuadorian footballer Friedrich Maximilian von Klinger (1752–1831), German dramatist and novelist Georgette Klinger (1915–2004), Cze. 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: Klinger

Hebrew

Bertoldo Klinger (1884–1969), Brazilian military officer Bob Klinger (1908–1977), American baseball player Chad Klinger (active 1998–2013), Canadian country music artist Chajka Klinger (1917–1958), member of Jewish resistance of Będzin ghetto CJ Klinger (Carson Klinger), American professional pickleball player David Klinger (born 1958), American criminologist and former police officer Dietmar Klinger (born 1958), German football player Fausto Klinger (born 1953), Ecuadorian footballer Friedrich Maximilian von Klinger (1752–1831), German dramatist and novelist Georgette Klinger (1915–2004), Cze.

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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 Klinger

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 Klinger:

6
Expression Number

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

3
Soul Urge Number

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

3
Personality Number

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

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 Klinger?
The surname Klinger originates from Hebrew. Bertoldo Klinger (1884–1969), Brazilian military officer Bob Klinger (1908–1977), American baseball player Chad Klinger (active 1998–2013), Canadian country music artist Chajka Klinger (1917–1958), member of Jewish resistance of Będzin ghetto CJ Klinger (Carson Klinger), American professional pickleball player David Klinger (born 1958), American criminologist and former police officer Dietmar Klinger (born 1958), German football player Fausto Klinger (born 1953), Ecuadorian footballer Friedrich Maximilian von Klinger (1752–1831), German dramatist and novelist Georgette Klinger (1915–2004), Cze.
What are the origins of the name Margaret Klinger?
The name Margaret Klinger combines two different traditions: the first name Margaret has Greek roots, while the surname Klinger originates from Hebrew.
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