Maguy
Meaning: A name of open horizons, speaking of freedom — the name Maguy embodies this quality
Origin: French
Gender: Girl
Rank in France: #806
Total births: 3,078
History: French diminutive of Marguerite meaning pearl. Maguy peaked in France in the 1950s-1960s. Maguy Marin is one of France's most important contemporary choreographers. The name has a warm, affectionate quality typical of mid-century French diminutives.
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Every number here comes directly from France’s birth records. No estimates, no averages — just the counts.
| Current rank (2021) | #2334 |
| Babies named Maguy in 2021 | 10 |
| Total recorded in France | 3,070 |
| Peak year | 1962 (100 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #227 |
| Years in records | 1927–2021 (94 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↑ 2253 spots |
Frequently asked about Maguy
What does the name Maguy mean?
Maguy means “A name of open horizons, speaking of freedom — the name Maguy embodies this quality” from French roots.
What is the origin of the name Maguy?
Maguy has French origin. The traditional meaning is “A name of open horizons, speaking of freedom — the name Maguy embodies this quality”.
How popular is Maguy in France?
Maguy ranked #2334 in France in 2021 — given to 10 babies that year.
When was Maguy most popular?
Maguy peaked in 1962 with 100 babies registered that year in France.
Is Maguy a boy or girl name?
Maguy is predominantly a girls' name in France — over 90% of Maguys in registered births are female.
Is the name Maguy rising or falling in popularity?
Maguy has risen 2253 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in France — from #4587 in 2016 to #2334 in 2021.
How long has Maguy been recorded in France?
Maguy appears in birth records in France across 94 years — from 1927 through 2021.