Margaret Paschal

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Margaret Paschal — pearl
1.2 million People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Margaret Paschal 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 Paschal: Paschal is used as a name. Paschal, a variant of Pascal, from Latin Paschalis, is an adjective describing either the Easter or Passover holidays. People known as Paschal include: Antipope Paschal (687), a rival with Theodore for Pope Pope Paschal I (died 824), head of the Catholic Church from 817 Pope Paschal II (11th-century–1118), head of the Catholic Church from 1099 Antipope Paschal III (1164–1168), Antipope from 1164 Paschal Baylon (1540–1592), Spanish friar and saint People with the surname Benjamin Edwin Paschal (1895–1974), American baseball outfielder Bill Paschal (1921–2003), America. 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: Paschal

Latin

Paschal is used as a name. Paschal, a variant of Pascal, from Latin Paschalis, is an adjective describing either the Easter or Passover holidays. People known as Paschal include: Antipope Paschal (687), a rival with Theodore for Pope Pope Paschal I (died 824), head of the Catholic Church from 817 Pope Paschal II (11th-century–1118), head of the Catholic Church from 1099 Antipope Paschal III (1164–1168), Antipope from 1164 Paschal Baylon (1540–1592), Spanish friar and saint People with the surname Benjamin Edwin Paschal (1895–1974), American baseball outfielder Bill Paschal (1921–2003), America.

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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 Paschal

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 Paschal:

8
Expression Number

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

9
Soul Urge Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

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 Paschal?
The surname Paschal originates from Latin. Paschal is used as a name. Paschal, a variant of Pascal, from Latin Paschalis, is an adjective describing either the Easter or Passover holidays. People known as Paschal include: Antipope Paschal (687), a rival with Theodore for Pope Pope Paschal I (died 824), head of the Catholic Church from 817 Pope Paschal II (11th-century–1118), head of the Catholic Church from 1099 Antipope Paschal III (1164–1168), Antipope from 1164 Paschal Baylon (1540–1592), Spanish friar and saint People with the surname Benjamin Edwin Paschal (1895–1974), American baseball outfielder Bill Paschal (1921–2003), America.
What are the origins of the name Margaret Paschal?
The name Margaret Paschal combines two different traditions: the first name Margaret has Greek roots, while the surname Paschal originates from Latin.
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