Margarita Downs

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Margarita Downs — Latin
91K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Margarita Downs 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 Downs: Alexander Downs (1876–1924), Scottish cricketer Annie F. Downs (born 1980), American author Anthony Downs (1930–2021), American economist Barbara Downs (born 1954), American tennis player Bertis Downs IV (born 1956), American entertainment lawyer Bill Downs (1914–1978), American war correspondent Caleb Downs (born 2004), American football player Carolyn Downs (activist) (1953–1978), American Black Panther Party activist Carolyn Downs (born 1960), British public servant Cathy Downs (1924–1976), American actress C. H. "Sammy" Downs (1911–1985), American lawyer and politician Charles 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: Downs

Scottish

Alexander Downs (1876–1924), Scottish cricketer Annie F. Downs (born 1980), American author Anthony Downs (1930–2021), American economist Barbara Downs (born 1954), American tennis player Bertis Downs IV (born 1956), American entertainment lawyer Bill Downs (1914–1978), American war correspondent Caleb Downs (born 2004), American football player Carolyn Downs (activist) (1953–1978), American Black Panther Party activist Carolyn Downs (born 1960), British public servant Cathy Downs (1924–1976), American actress C. H. "Sammy" Downs (1911–1985), American lawyer and politician Charles 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 Downs

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 Downs:

1
Expression Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

9
Soul Urge Number

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

1
Personality Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

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 Downs?
The surname Downs originates from Scottish. Alexander Downs (1876–1924), Scottish cricketer Annie F. Downs (born 1980), American author Anthony Downs (1930–2021), American economist Barbara Downs (born 1954), American tennis player Bertis Downs IV (born 1956), American entertainment lawyer Bill Downs (1914–1978), American war correspondent Caleb Downs (born 2004), American football player Carolyn Downs (activist) (1953–1978), American Black Panther Party activist Carolyn Downs (born 1960), British public servant Cathy Downs (1924–1976), American actress C. H. "Sammy" Downs (1911–1985), American lawyer and politician Charles E.
What are the origins of the name Margarita Downs?
The name Margarita Downs combines two different traditions: the first name Margarita has Latin roots, while the surname Downs originates from Scottish.
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