Margo
Margo is a girl name of French origin meaning “Pearl”, pronounced MAR-goh. It ranked #559 in the United States in 2025, given to 540 babies, and peaked at #295 in 1951. Common nicknames: Margie, Mimi, Go.
How popular is Margo in the United States?
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
What does Margo mean, and where does it come from?
Margo is the phonetic spelling of the French Margot, the pet form of Marguerite — from the Greek margarites, "pearl," which also names the daisy in French. It has been in American records since 1905, entered the top thousand in 1930 and peaked in 1951, in the era of All About Eve and its Margo Channing. It is rising again now, with the whole Margaret family coming back through its nicknames: Margot, Maisie, Greta, Daisy, Peggy.
How is Margo used around the world?
Margo is used in 1 languages worldwide, with 2+ international variants.
TypeUnisex name
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
What are the nicknames for Margo?
Famous People Named Margo
- Margo Martindale — American actress and Emmy Award winner
- Margo Price — American singer and songwriter
- Margo Jones — American theatre director and founder of the regional theatre movement
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Margo mean?
Margo is a girl name of French origin meaning "Pearl." Margo is the phonetic spelling of the French Margot, the pet form of Marguerite — from the Greek margarites, "pearl," which also names the daisy in French. It has been in American records since 1905, entered the top thousand in 1930 and peaked in 1951, in the era of All About Eve and its Margo Channing.
How do you pronounce Margo?
Margo is pronounced MAR-goh. Common variations include Margot, Margaux, Marguerite.
Is Margo a girl name?
Yes, Margo is traditionally a girl name. Popular nicknames include Margie, Mimi, Go.