Peggy
Meaning of Peggy
Originating from the English language, the name Peggy is a unisex name. It is pronounced as PEG-ee (/ˈpɛɡi/). Peggy is a diminutive form of the name Margaret. In terms of popularity, data from the United States shows that in recent years, there has been a decline in the use of the name Peggy for newborns. However, it still remains a recognizable and classic choice for parents seeking a traditional name with a touch of nostalgia. Whether it's inspired by beloved family members or simply appreciated for its timeless charm, Peggy holds a special place in many hearts.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as PEG-ee (/ˈpɛɡi/)
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Notable People Named Peggy
| Peggy Lee, born Norma Deloris Engstrom, was a highly influential American jazz and pop music singer, songwriter, composer, and actress known for her sophisticated persona and extensive career in the industry. |
| Peggy Ahwesh is an American experimental filmmaker and video artist known for her diverse body of work exploring cultural identity, feminism, and experimental media. |
| Peggy Annette Whitson is a renowned American biochemistry researcher and retired NASA astronaut with a record-breaking 675 days in space. |
| Marguerite "Peggy" Guggenheim was an American art collector, known for her extensive collection exhibited at the Peggy Guggenheim Collection in Venice, Italy. |
| Peggy Seeger - Margaret "Peggy" Seeger is an American folk singer and songwriter who has lived in Britain for over 60 years and was married to singer and songwriter Ewan MacColl until his passing in 1989. |
| Peggy Lipton - Margaret Ann Lipton was an American actress, model, and singer known for her role as Julie Barnes in the crime drama The Mod Squad. |
| Peggy Brock - Margaret Susan "Peggy" Brock was an influential Australian historian and writer, known for her work in colonial and Indigenous history, particularly focusing on Australian Aboriginal women. |
| Peggy Ann Garner was a renowned American child actress. |
| Peggy Gale Fleming is a former American figure skater, 1968 Olympic Champion, three-time World Champion, and a long-time television commentator in figure skating. |
| Peggy Schuyler - Margarita "Peggy" Schuyler Van Rensselaer was the third daughter of Continental Army General Philip Schuyler and had notable connections to prominent figures in American history. |
| Dame Peggy Fenner, DBE was a British Conservative Party politician. |
| Peggy Payne is a renowned writer, journalist, and consultant known for her work on religion and spirituality, with her articles and books featured in major publications such as The New York Times and Cosmopolitan. |
| Peggy Jay - Margaret Christian "Peggy" Jay, Baroness Jay was a prominent English politician and community leader known for her involvement in local government and her affiliations with the Labour and Social Democratic parties. |
| Peggy Rathmann - Margaret Crosby "Peggy" Rathmann is a renowned American illustrator and writer of children's picture books. |
| Peggy Taylor was a French World War II spy who gained notoriety for assassinating a Nazi SS colonel at the age of 21. |
