Margarita
Meaning of Margarita
Originating from the Latin name Margarita, meaning "pearl," Margarita is a beautiful and timeless name for baby girls. This name has strong associations with purity, elegance, and beauty, just like the precious gem it represents. Margarita can be pronounced differently depending on the language. In English, it is typically pronounced as mar-guh-REE-tuh (/mɑr-ˈgə-ˈri-tə/), while in Spanish, it is pronounced as mar-gah-REE-tah (/mɑr-ˈga-ˈri-ta/). Variations of the name include Margaret and Marge. Throughout history, Margarita has remained consistently popular in the United States. While its popularity has fluctuated slightly over the years, it remains a beloved choice for parents looking for a classic and sophisticated name for their little one.
Pronunciation
Spanish
- Pronunced as mar-gah-REE-tah (/mɑr-ˈga-ˈri-ta/)
English
- Pronunced as mar-guh-REE-tuh (/mɑr-ˈgə-ˈri-tə/)
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Notable People Named Margarita
| Margarita Ester Zavala Gómez del Campo is a Mexican lawyer and politician who served as the First Lady of Mexico and ran as an independent candidate for the presidency. |
| Margarita Salas Falgueras, 1st Marchioness of Canero, was a prominent Spanish scientist, medical researcher, and author known for her work in biochemistry and molecular genetics. |
| Margarita Madrigal was a Costa Rican American author and language teacher known for her popular language learning books. |
| Margarita Schuyler, also known as Madame Schuyler, was a prominent society leader and philanthropist in Albany, known for her hospitality and generosity. |
| Margarita Rivière Martí was a pioneering Spanish journalist and writer known for her progressive and feminist spirit during the Transition period in Spain. |
| Margarita Maza de Juárez was the wife of Benito Juárez and served as the First Lady of Mexico from 1858 to 1871. |
| Margarita Nelken was a prominent Spanish feminist, writer, and intellectual who played a central role in the early Spanish women's movement during the 1930s. |
| Margarita Matulyan is an Armenian artist and sculptor. |
| Margarita Mkrtchyan was a Russian taekwondo practitioner who achieved success in the women's featherweight category, winning medals at the European Championships and competing in the 2004 Summer Olympics. |
| Margarita Mercado Echegaray is a prominent attorney and the former Solicitor General of Puerto Rico, known for being the youngest person to hold such a position. |
| Margarita Sánchez Gutiérrez, also known as the "Black Widow of Barcelona," is a Spanish serial killer who gained notoriety for poisoning her victims. |
| Margarita Mariscal de Gante is a Spanish judge and politician who served as the minister of justice from 1996 to 2000. |
| Margarita Ortega is a Colombian television presenter and actress. |
| Margarita Vargas Núñez is a Bolivian footballer known for her role as a midfielder for Mundo Futuro and the Bolivia women's national team. |
| Mărgărita Miller-Verghy was a Romanian socialite, author, and cultural animator known for her diverse literary contributions and involvement in feminist cultural venues. |
