Margaret Robichaud

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Margaret Robichaud — pearl
1.2 million People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Margaret Robichaud 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 Robichaud: Adrian Robichaud, heavy metal bass guitarist from Toronto, Ontario, Canada Albany Robichaud (1903–1974), Progressive Conservative party member of the Canadian House of Commons Audrey Robichaud (born 1988), Canadian athlete Carmel Robichaud, politician and retired teacher in New Brunswick, Canada Edith Hacon or Robichaud (1875–1952) married Canadian soldier (William), Scottish suffragist from Dornoch, a World War One nursing volunteer, as well as an international socialite Elvy Robichaud (born 1951), former Canadian politician Fernand Robichaud, PC (born 1939), Canadian politician Gary Robichau. 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: Robichaud

Scottish

Adrian Robichaud, heavy metal bass guitarist from Toronto, Ontario, Canada Albany Robichaud (1903–1974), Progressive Conservative party member of the Canadian House of Commons Audrey Robichaud (born 1988), Canadian athlete Carmel Robichaud, politician and retired teacher in New Brunswick, Canada Edith Hacon or Robichaud (1875–1952) married Canadian soldier (William), Scottish suffragist from Dornoch, a World War One nursing volunteer, as well as an international socialite Elvy Robichaud (born 1951), former Canadian politician Fernand Robichaud, PC (born 1939), Canadian politician Gary Robichau.

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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 Robichaud

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 Robichaud:

11
Expression Number

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

8
Soul Urge Number

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

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 Robichaud?
The surname Robichaud originates from Scottish. Adrian Robichaud, heavy metal bass guitarist from Toronto, Ontario, Canada Albany Robichaud (1903–1974), Progressive Conservative party member of the Canadian House of Commons Audrey Robichaud (born 1988), Canadian athlete Carmel Robichaud, politician and retired teacher in New Brunswick, Canada Edith Hacon or Robichaud (1875–1952) married Canadian soldier (William), Scottish suffragist from Dornoch, a World War One nursing volunteer, as well as an international socialite Elvy Robichaud (born 1951), former Canadian politician Fernand Robichaud, PC (born 1939), Canadian politician Gary Robichau.
What are the origins of the name Margaret Robichaud?
The name Margaret Robichaud combines two different traditions: the first name Margaret has Greek roots, while the surname Robichaud originates from Scottish.
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