Peggy Koh

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Peggy Koh — French
322K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Peggy Koh is a name that combines French origins. The first name Peggy is a feminine given name of French origin. Peggy is a female first name (often curtailed to "Peg") derived from Meggy, a diminutive version of the name Margaret. Peggy Adam, French comic book artist and illustrator Peggy Adler (born 1942), American writer Peggy Anderson (1938–2016), American author and journalist Peggy Pond Church (1903–1986), American writer Peggy Dennis, American Russian journalist, author and Communist activist Peggy Dunstan (1920–2010), New Zealand poet and writer Peggy Fortnum (1919–2016), English illustrator Peggy Frew (born 1976), Australian author Peggy Goodin (1923–1983), American novelist Peggy Hull (1889–196. The surname Koh: Koh is a surname in various cultures. Its languages of origin include Chinese, German (via its Serbo-Croatian spelling), and Korean. Origins Koh may be a spelling of a number of Chinese surnames, listed below by their spelling in Hanyu Pinyin, which reflects the Standard Mandarin pronunciation: Xǔ (許/许), spelled Koh based on its pronunciation in various Southern Min dialects. The surname is frequently spelled this way in Malaysia and Singapore, where many descendants of Chinese migrants can trace their roots to Southern Min-speaking areas of China, namely Fujian and eastern Guangdong. Peggy is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 322K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Peggy reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Peggy

French

Peggy is a female first name (often curtailed to "Peg") derived from Meggy, a diminutive version of the name Margaret. Peggy Adam, French comic book artist and illustrator Peggy Adler (born 1942), American writer Peggy Anderson (1938–2016), American author and journalist Peggy Pond Church (1903–1986), American writer Peggy Dennis, American Russian journalist, author and Communist activist Peggy Dunstan (1920–2010), New Zealand poet and writer Peggy Fortnum (1919–2016), English illustrator Peggy Frew (born 1976), Australian author Peggy Goodin (1923–1983), American novelist Peggy Hull (1889–196.

Surname: Koh

Vietnamese

Koh is a surname in various cultures. Its languages of origin include Chinese, German (via its Serbo-Croatian spelling), and Korean. Origins Koh may be a spelling of a number of Chinese surnames, listed below by their spelling in Hanyu Pinyin, which reflects the Standard Mandarin pronunciation: Xǔ (許/许), spelled Koh based on its pronunciation in various Southern Min dialects. The surname is frequently spelled this way in Malaysia and Singapore, where many descendants of Chinese migrants can trace their roots to Southern Min-speaking areas of China, namely Fujian and eastern Guangdong.

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Geographic Distribution

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

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

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

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Notable People Named Peggy Koh

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 Peggy Koh:

4
Expression Number

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

11
Soul Urge Number

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

11
Personality Number

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

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 Peggy?
The first name Peggy originates from French. Peggy is a female first name (often curtailed to "Peg") derived from Meggy, a diminutive version of the name Margaret. Peggy Adam, French comic book artist and illustrator Peggy Adler (born 1942), American writer Peggy Anderson (1938–2016), American author and journalist Peggy Pond Church (1903–1986), American writer Peggy Dennis, American Russian journalist, author and Communist activist Peggy Dunstan (1920–2010), New Zealand poet and writer Peggy Fortnum (1919–2016), English illustrator Peggy Frew (born 1976), Australian author Peggy Goodin (1923–1983), American novelist Peggy Hull (1889–196.
When was Peggy most popular?
The name Peggy reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Koh?
The surname Koh originates from Vietnamese. Koh is a surname in various cultures. Its languages of origin include Chinese, German (via its Serbo-Croatian spelling), and Korean. Origins Koh may be a spelling of a number of Chinese surnames, listed below by their spelling in Hanyu Pinyin, which reflects the Standard Mandarin pronunciation: Xǔ (許/许), spelled Koh based on its pronunciation in various Southern Min dialects. The surname is frequently spelled this way in Malaysia and Singapore, where many descendants of Chinese migrants can trace their roots to Southern Min-speaking areas of China, namely Fujian and eastern Guangdong.
What are the origins of the name Peggy Koh?
The name Peggy Koh combines two different traditions: the first name Peggy has French roots, while the surname Koh originates from Vietnamese.
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