Margarita Cherry

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Margarita Cherry — Latin
91K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Margarita Cherry is a name that combines Latin origins. The first name Margarita is a feminine given name of Latin origin. Margarita is a feminine given name in Latin and Eastern European languages. In Latin it came from the Greek word margaritari (μαργαριτάρι), meaning pearl, which was borrowed from the Persians. (In Sogdian, it was marγārt. In modern Persian, the word has become مروارید, morvārīd, meaning 'pearl'.) The daisy flower is called margarita in Spanish, Greek and other languages. The name is also used in Albanian, Greek, Bulgarian and Russian. The traditional short form of this name is Rita. The surname Cherry: Blair Cherry (1901–1966), American baseball and football coach Bobby Frank Cherry (1930–2004), American terrorist and klansman Byron Cherry (born 1955), American actor Caroline Janice Cherry (born 1942), American science fiction author, who writes under the nom de plume C.J. Cherryh Célena Cherry (born 1977), British singer Chloe Cherry (born 1997), American actress Colin Cherry (1914–1979), British cognitive scientist Daly Cherry-Evans (born 1989), Australian Rugby League player Don Cherry (born 1934), Canadian hockey player and broadcaster E. Margarita is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 91K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Margarita reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Margarita

Latin

Margarita is a feminine given name in Latin and Eastern European languages. In Latin it came from the Greek word margaritari (μαργαριτάρι), meaning pearl, which was borrowed from the Persians. (In Sogdian, it was marγārt. In modern Persian, the word has become مروارید, morvārīd, meaning 'pearl'.) The daisy flower is called margarita in Spanish, Greek and other languages. The name is also used in Albanian, Greek, Bulgarian and Russian. The traditional short form of this name is Rita.

Surname: Cherry

English

Blair Cherry (1901–1966), American baseball and football coach Bobby Frank Cherry (1930–2004), American terrorist and klansman Byron Cherry (born 1955), American actor Caroline Janice Cherry (born 1942), American science fiction author, who writes under the nom de plume C.J. Cherryh Célena Cherry (born 1977), British singer Chloe Cherry (born 1997), American actress Colin Cherry (1914–1979), British cognitive scientist Daly Cherry-Evans (born 1989), Australian Rugby League player Don Cherry (born 1934), Canadian hockey player and broadcaster E.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Margarita is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 52%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Margarita by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Margarita Cherry

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 Margarita Cherry:

3
Expression Number

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

8
Soul Urge Number

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

4
Personality Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

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 Margarita?
The first name Margarita originates from Latin. Margarita is a feminine given name in Latin and Eastern European languages. In Latin it came from the Greek word margaritari (μαργαριτάρι), meaning pearl, which was borrowed from the Persians. (In Sogdian, it was marγārt. In modern Persian, the word has become مروارید, morvārīd, meaning 'pearl'.) The daisy flower is called margarita in Spanish, Greek and other languages. The name is also used in Albanian, Greek, Bulgarian and Russian. The traditional short form of this name is Rita.
When was Margarita most popular?
The name Margarita reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Cherry?
The surname Cherry originates from English. Blair Cherry (1901–1966), American baseball and football coach Bobby Frank Cherry (1930–2004), American terrorist and klansman Byron Cherry (born 1955), American actor Caroline Janice Cherry (born 1942), American science fiction author, who writes under the nom de plume C.J. Cherryh Célena Cherry (born 1977), British singer Chloe Cherry (born 1997), American actress Colin Cherry (1914–1979), British cognitive scientist Daly Cherry-Evans (born 1989), Australian Rugby League player Don Cherry (born 1934), Canadian hockey player and broadcaster E.
What are the origins of the name Margarita Cherry?
The name Margarita Cherry combines two different traditions: the first name Margarita has Latin roots, while the surname Cherry originates from English.
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