Margaret Mo

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Margaret Mo — pearl
1.2 million People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Margaret Mo 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 Mo: Mo, a girl in the Horrible Histories TV series Mo, also known as Mortimer, in the novel Inkheart by Cornelia Funke Mo, in the webcomic Jesus and Mo Mo, the main character in the Mo's Mischief children's book series Mo, an ophthalmosaurus from The Land Before Time franchise MO (Maintenance Operator), a robot in the Filmation series Young Sentinels Mo, a main character in Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist M-O (Microbe Obliterator), a robot in the film WALL-E Mo the clown, a character played by Roy Rene, 20th-century Australian stage comedian Mo Effanga, in the BBC medical drama series Holby City Mo . 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: Mo

Vietnamese

Mo, a girl in the Horrible Histories TV series Mo, also known as Mortimer, in the novel Inkheart by Cornelia Funke Mo, in the webcomic Jesus and Mo Mo, the main character in the Mo's Mischief children's book series Mo, an ophthalmosaurus from The Land Before Time franchise MO (Maintenance Operator), a robot in the Filmation series Young Sentinels Mo, a main character in Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist M-O (Microbe Obliterator), a robot in the film WALL-E Mo the clown, a character played by Roy Rene, 20th-century Australian stage comedian Mo Effanga, in the BBC medical drama series Holby City Mo .

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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 Mo

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 Mo:

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 Mo?
The surname Mo originates from Vietnamese. Mo, a girl in the Horrible Histories TV series Mo, also known as Mortimer, in the novel Inkheart by Cornelia Funke Mo, in the webcomic Jesus and Mo Mo, the main character in the Mo's Mischief children's book series Mo, an ophthalmosaurus from The Land Before Time franchise MO (Maintenance Operator), a robot in the Filmation series Young Sentinels Mo, a main character in Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist M-O (Microbe Obliterator), a robot in the film WALL-E Mo the clown, a character played by Roy Rene, 20th-century Australian stage comedian Mo Effanga, in the BBC medical drama series Holby City Mo .
What are the origins of the name Margaret Mo?
The name Margaret Mo combines two different traditions: the first name Margaret has Greek roots, while the surname Mo originates from Vietnamese.
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