"pearl"
Origin: Greek via Latin
Language: Latin
Margarita
Pronunciation: [ m-ahrg-er-EET-uh ]
Girl Name
#1,802 Most Popular
Hidden Gem
4 Syllables
A timeless name meaning pearl, cherished across cultures
Spanish
Latin American
Russian
Italian
American
Classic
Elegant
Vintage
Sophisticated
Romantic
Meaning & Origin
"daisy flower"
Origin: Spanish
Language: Spanish
Things to Know About This Name
- Shares name with the popular cocktail; may evoke alcohol associations
The Story of Margarita
Margarita derives from the Latin margarita, itself borrowed from the Greek margarites meaning pearl. The Greeks took the word from an ancient Iranian or Sanskrit source. The pearl connection gave rise to the patron saint Margaret of Antioch, and the name spread across Europe through Christianity. In Spanish-speaking cultures, Margarita also means daisy flower, adding a botanical layer to its meaning.
Margarita has been popular throughout Latin America and Spain for centuries, and was common in the US through the early 20th century among Latino and Eastern European immigrant communities. The cocktail association (named after the Mexican city or various origin legends) has complicated the name somewhat in modern US usage, though it remains beloved in Spanish-speaking countries.
In Russian culture, Margarita is an elegant classic, made famous by Mikhail Bulgakov's novel The Master and Margarita (1967), where Margarita is a powerful, devoted woman who makes a deal with the devil. In Spanish-speaking cultures, it represents both the pearl of faith and the simple beauty of the daisy flower.
Fun Facts
- The Margarita cocktail's exact origin is disputed, with several stories claiming it was named after a woman named Margarita in Mexico in the 1930s-40s
- The daisy flower is called margarita in Spanish, giving the name a botanical double meaning
Margarita in Other Languages
Greek
Μαργαρίτα
French
Marguerite
Italian
Margherita
Russian
Маргарита
Spanish
Margarita
Famous People Named Margarita
M
Margarita Levieva
Actor
1980
Russian-American actress known for Resurrection and The Deuce
R
Rita Moreno (Margarita Dolores Alverío)
Entertainer
1931
Puerto Rican actress and EGOT winner (Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, Tony), known for West Side Story
M
Margarita (The Master and Margarita) Fictional
Other
Fictional heroine of Bulgakov's classic Russian novel, a fierce and devoted woman who bargains with the devil for love
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 4
- Popularity Rank
- #1,802
- Total SSA Count
- 111
- Cultural Origins
- Spanish Latin American Russian Italian American
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Formal
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Rita
Maggie
Marga
Greta
Ita
Pairs Well With
Margarita Elena
Margarita Luz
Margarita Isabel
Margarita Carmen
Margarita Sophia
Margarita Luna
Margarita Valentina
Sibling Names
Also a Boy Name
Margarita is also used as a boy name, ranked #20362.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Margarita
What does the name Margarita mean?
"pearl" (from Greek via Latin). "daisy flower" (from Spanish). Margarita derives from the Latin margarita, itself borrowed from the Greek margarites meaning pearl. The Greeks took the word from an ancient Iranian or Sanskrit source. The pearl connection gave rise to the patron saint Margaret of Antioch, and the name spread across Europe through Christianity. In Spanish-speaking cultures, Margarita also means daisy flower, adding a botanical layer to its meaning.
What is the origin of the name Margarita?
Margarita has Greek via Latin, Spanish, Latin American, Russian, Italian, and American origins. In Greek via Latin, it means "pearl". In Spanish, it means "daisy flower".
Is Margarita a boy or girl name?
Margarita is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #1802. As a boy name, it is ranked #20362. Margarita is more commonly used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Margarita?
Margarita is pronounced m-ahrg-er-EET-uh.
How popular is the name Margarita?
Margarita is currently ranked #1802 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Margarita?
Common nicknames for Margarita include Rita, Maggie, Marga, Greta, and Ita.
What are good middle names for Margarita?
Popular middle name pairings include Margarita Elena, Margarita Luz, Margarita Isabel, Margarita Carmen, Margarita Sophia, Margarita Luna, and Margarita Valentina.
What are good sibling names for Margarita?
Names that pair well with Margarita as siblings include Alejandro, Isabella, Valentina, Carlos, Rosa, Elena, and Miguel.
How many syllables does Margarita have?
Margarita has 4 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Margarita a common or rare name?
Margarita is an uncommon name, ranked #1802 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Margarita
Margarita is a girl name with Spanish, Latin American, Russian, Italian, and American origins . The name means "pearl" in Greek via Latin .
Is Margarita a boy or girl name? Margarita is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #1,802 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #20,362. Margarita is more commonly used as a girl name.
Margarita is currently ranked #1,802 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Margarita has 4 syllables and is pronounced m-ahrg-er-EET-uh, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Margarita include Rita, Maggie, Marga, Greta, and Ita. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Margarita include Margaret, Margot, Margo, Margaux, Marguerite . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.