Maggie

Maggie is a diminutive of Margaret, which comes through Latin Margarita from Greek margarites, meaning "pearl." Pearls are formed by gentle persistence — layer by layer, over time — and there is something of that quality in Maggie: not flashy, but quietly building to something beautiful. The nickname form strips away formality and replaces it with ease and warmth.

Maggie ranks #34 among the most popular US pet names, with over 2,000 companions sharing it. The name has an undeniable friendliness — say it out loud and you will understand why it works so well called across a yard or whispered as praise. Maggie suits companions who are warm, spirited, and completely at home in their own skin. It has been a beloved pet name for generations, never quite reaching the heights of the very top tier but never fading either, a perennial favorite that earns its place every year.