Margaret Yancy

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Margaret Yancy — pearl
1.2 million People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Margaret Yancy 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 Yancy: Yancy (musician) (born 1980), American Christian musician Yancy Ayers (1891–1968), American pitcher in Major League Baseball Yancy Butler (born 1970), American television and movie actress Yancy de Ocampo (born 1980), Filipino professional basketball player Yancy Gates (born 1989), basketball player for Ironi Nahariya of the Israeli Premier League Yancy Lindsey (born 1962), United States Navy vice admiral Yancy Medeiros, American mixed martial artist from Wai'anae, Hawaii Yancy Spencer III (1950–2011), surfer from Pensacola, Florida Yancy Thigpen (born 1969), former professional American footb. 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: Yancy

English

Yancy (musician) (born 1980), American Christian musician Yancy Ayers (1891–1968), American pitcher in Major League Baseball Yancy Butler (born 1970), American television and movie actress Yancy de Ocampo (born 1980), Filipino professional basketball player Yancy Gates (born 1989), basketball player for Ironi Nahariya of the Israeli Premier League Yancy Lindsey (born 1962), United States Navy vice admiral Yancy Medeiros, American mixed martial artist from Wai'anae, Hawaii Yancy Spencer III (1950–2011), surfer from Pensacola, Florida Yancy Thigpen (born 1969), former professional American footb.

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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 Yancy

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 Yancy:

7
Expression Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

8
Soul Urge Number

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

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 Yancy?
The surname Yancy originates from English. Yancy (musician) (born 1980), American Christian musician Yancy Ayers (1891–1968), American pitcher in Major League Baseball Yancy Butler (born 1970), American television and movie actress Yancy de Ocampo (born 1980), Filipino professional basketball player Yancy Gates (born 1989), basketball player for Ironi Nahariya of the Israeli Premier League Yancy Lindsey (born 1962), United States Navy vice admiral Yancy Medeiros, American mixed martial artist from Wai'anae, Hawaii Yancy Spencer III (1950–2011), surfer from Pensacola, Florida Yancy Thigpen (born 1969), former professional American footb.
What are the origins of the name Margaret Yancy?
The name Margaret Yancy combines two different traditions: the first name Margaret has Greek roots, while the surname Yancy originates from English.
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