Margaret
Meaning
Pearl
Origin
Germanic
Pronunciation
/ˈmɑːɡrət/
Traits associated with the name Margaret:
Dogs named Margaret tend to be loving, affectionate, and industrious. This feminine name is also associated with companionship.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Margaret?
Naming your dog Margaret suggests that you have a strong appreciation for classic names and may have a traditional or conservative outlook.
Is Margaret a good dog name?
Margaret has more syllables than most dog names, but you can easily give your pup a nickname to shorten things. Margaret isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!
Popularity: Overall
Margaret is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Margaret was, in the past month, the 5251st most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of May 2025, Margaret is becoming ever more niche with new puppy owners. Our stats suggest that the name is less fashionable than it was at this time last year.
We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.
In the past week, Margaret was viewed 39 times, and liked 0 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Margaret's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Margaret is most adored in Missouri, Maryland and Georgia.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Virginia, Kansas and Connecticut.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Margaret.
Most popular breeds named Margaret:
- German Shepherd
- Scottish Terrier
- Irish Terrier
- Schipperke
- Shetland Sheepdog
Margaret is found in these categories:
posh
Hails from royalty, think Queen Margaret of Scotland, and Thatcher's reign!
old-fashioned
Popular in the 1940s, this moniker now evokes images of vintage canine charm.
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