Margarita Pulliam

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Margarita Pulliam — Latin
91K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Margarita Pulliam 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 Pulliam: Dolph Pulliam (born 1946), American basketball player and sportscaster Eugene C. Pulliam (1889–1975), American newspaper publisher and businessman Eugene S. Pulliam (1914–1999), American newspaper publisher George Pulliam (1923–1956), American ice hockey player Harry Pulliam (1869–1909), American baseball executive Harvey Pulliam (born 1967), American baseball player James Pulliam (1863–1934), American politician James Pulliam (architect) (1925–2005), American architect Jason K. 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: Pulliam

English

Dolph Pulliam (born 1946), American basketball player and sportscaster Eugene C. Pulliam (1889–1975), American newspaper publisher and businessman Eugene S. Pulliam (1914–1999), American newspaper publisher George Pulliam (1923–1956), American ice hockey player Harry Pulliam (1869–1909), American baseball executive Harvey Pulliam (born 1967), American baseball player James Pulliam (1863–1934), American politician James Pulliam (architect) (1925–2005), American architect Jason K.

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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 Pulliam

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 Pulliam:

1
Expression Number

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

7
Soul Urge Number

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

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 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 Pulliam?
The surname Pulliam originates from English. Dolph Pulliam (born 1946), American basketball player and sportscaster Eugene C. Pulliam (1889–1975), American newspaper publisher and businessman Eugene S. Pulliam (1914–1999), American newspaper publisher George Pulliam (1923–1956), American ice hockey player Harry Pulliam (1869–1909), American baseball executive Harvey Pulliam (born 1967), American baseball player James Pulliam (1863–1934), American politician James Pulliam (architect) (1925–2005), American architect Jason K.
What are the origins of the name Margarita Pulliam?
The name Margarita Pulliam combines two different traditions: the first name Margarita has Latin roots, while the surname Pulliam originates from English.
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