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Margot

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Pronounced MAR-goh /ˈmɑːr.ɡoʊ/High

Meaning: Pearl — French short form of Marguerite, from Greek <em>margaritēs</em> (pearl)High

In 30 seconds: A chic French diminutive of Marguerite meaning 'pearl,' Margot has the je ne sais quoi of a Parisian fashion house. Silent-T and all, it carries effortless French elegance and has been climbing fast in the U.S. top 100.
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Origin HighFrench, Greek
MeaningPearl — French short form of Marguerite, from Greek <em>margaritēs</em> (pearl)
Peak year2017
Total births (all-time)≈ 12,547

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 201718942017

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Margot is a French nickname and short form of Marguerite, itself the French form of Margaret, from the Latin Margarita and Greek margaritēs (pearl). The silent final 't' is characteristic of French spelling. The name has been used in France since the Middle Ages.

Margot has been associated with refinement and French culture, notable bearers including Queen Margot (Marguerite de Valois, 1553–1615) and ballerina Dame Margot Fonteyn. In the U.S., actress Margot Robbie's global fame from the mid-2010s significantly boosted the name's popularity. It entered the U.S. top 100 around 2020.

Did you know? The silent 't' in Margot is a hallmark of French orthography — English speakers familiar with French will naturally omit it, while those new to the name may trip over the spelling.

Variations

MargauxMargo

Nicknames

MargGogo

Famous Bearers

  • ★Margot Fonteyn (1919–1991)
    English ballerina, regarded as one of the greatest ballet dancers of the 20th century.
  • ★Margot Robbie (b. 1990)
    Australian actress, Academy Award nominee for <em>I, Tonya</em> and <em>Barbie</em>.

If you like Margot…

Eloise— chic French classic with the same sparkling Parisian charm
Vivienne— French classic with the same effortless sophistication

Frequently Asked

What does the name Margot mean?

Margot is a French short form of Marguerite, meaning 'pearl' from the Greek <em>margaritēs</em>.

How do you pronounce Margot?

Margot is pronounced MAR-goh /ˈmɑːr.ɡoʊ/ — two syllables with stress on the first. The final 't' is silent.

Is Margot a boy or girl name?

Margot is used exclusively as a girl's name.

How popular is Margot?

Margot entered the U.S. top 100 girls' names around 2020, driven partly by Margot Robbie's global fame and the trend toward French chic names.