Margot
Gender: Girl
Meaning: Pearl — luminous beauty born from patience
Origin: French
Popularity: Ranked #102 in 2025 with 2,575 babies born.
History: Margot surged in the 2010s-2020s. Margot Robbie became one of Hollywood's biggest stars — from Neighbours to Barbie to Oscar nominations. Her Australian charm conquered American cinema. The name's French elegance (the silent T is essential) appeals to American parents seeking sophistication. Margot represents international glamour landing on American soil.
Famous people named Margot: Margot Robbie (actress), Anne Frank's diary — Margot Frank
Name length: 6 letters
How common is Margot? About 1 in 1,293 babies born in 2025 were named Margot, or roughly 7.1 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Margot
What does the name Margot mean?
Margot means “Pearl — luminous beauty born from patience” from French roots.
What is the origin of the name Margot?
Margot has French origin. The traditional meaning is “Pearl — luminous beauty born from patience”.
How popular is Margot?
Margot ranked #102 in 2025 — given to 2,575 babies that year.
When was Margot most popular?
Margot peaked in 2025 with 2,575 babies registered that year.
Is Margot a boy or girl name?
Margot is predominantly a girls' name — over 90% of Margots in registered births are female.
Is the name Margot rising or falling in popularity?
Margot has risen 132 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #234 in 2020 to #102 in 2025.
How long has Margot been recorded?
Margot appears in birth records across 127 years — from 1894 through 2025.