Doris vs Margaret

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Doris

Girl #2,193 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"Dorian woman; from Doris (ancient Greek region)"

Origin: Ancient Greek

Cultural Roots

English American German Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,193
Total SSA Count
86
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Dorie, Dory

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Margaret

Girl #119 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"pearl"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English Scottish Irish French German Spanish Italian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#119
Total SSA Count
2,303
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Maggie, Meg, Peggy

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Doris Rank #2,193
Margaret Rank #119

Margaret is more popular, ranked #119 vs #2193 for Doris.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Doris ___

  • Doris Jean
  • Doris Mae
  • Doris Louise
  • Doris Ann
  • Doris Ruth
  • Doris Marie

Margaret ___

  • Margaret Rose
  • Margaret Ann
  • Margaret Jane
  • Margaret Claire
  • Margaret Louise
  • Margaret Elise

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Doris

Agnes Mildred Ethel Norman Walter

If you choose Margaret

Eleanor Catherine Edward William Charlotte

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Doris or Margaret more popular?

Margaret is more popular, ranked #119 compared to Doris at #2193 in the United States.

What do Doris and Margaret mean?

Doris means "Dorian woman; from Doris (ancient Greek region)" (Ancient Greek origin). Margaret means "pearl" (Greek origin).

Are Doris and Margaret boy or girl names?

Doris is primarily a girl name. Margaret is primarily a girl name.

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