Margaret Pell

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Margaret Pell — pearl
1.2 million People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Margaret Pell 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 Pell: Pell Cooper (born 1959), American lawyer and judge Surname Albert Pell (1820–1907), British politician Axel Rudi Pell (born 1960), German heavy metal guitarist, Steeler and Pell Barney Pell (born 1968), American computer scientist Benjamin Pell, British computer security expert Charles Pell (1874–1936), American football coach Charley Pell (1941–2001), American football player and coach Claiborne Pell (1918–2009), American politician from Rhode Island Clay Pell (born 1981), American lawyer Dave Pell (1925–2017), American jazz saxophonist and bandleader Ella Ferris Pell (1846–1922), American pa. 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: Pell

English

Pell Cooper (born 1959), American lawyer and judge Surname Albert Pell (1820–1907), British politician Axel Rudi Pell (born 1960), German heavy metal guitarist, Steeler and Pell Barney Pell (born 1968), American computer scientist Benjamin Pell, British computer security expert Charles Pell (1874–1936), American football coach Charley Pell (1941–2001), American football player and coach Claiborne Pell (1918–2009), American politician from Rhode Island Clay Pell (born 1981), American lawyer Dave Pell (1925–2017), American jazz saxophonist and bandleader Ella Ferris Pell (1846–1922), American pa.

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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 Pell

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 Pell:

11
Expression Number

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

3
Soul Urge Number

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

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 Pell?
The surname Pell originates from English. Pell Cooper (born 1959), American lawyer and judge Surname Albert Pell (1820–1907), British politician Axel Rudi Pell (born 1960), German heavy metal guitarist, Steeler and Pell Barney Pell (born 1968), American computer scientist Benjamin Pell, British computer security expert Charles Pell (1874–1936), American football coach Charley Pell (1941–2001), American football player and coach Claiborne Pell (1918–2009), American politician from Rhode Island Clay Pell (born 1981), American lawyer Dave Pell (1925–2017), American jazz saxophonist and bandleader Ella Ferris Pell (1846–1922), American pa.
What are the origins of the name Margaret Pell?
The name Margaret Pell combines two different traditions: the first name Margaret has Greek roots, while the surname Pell originates from English.
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