Margaret

A distinctive pick — fewer than 26 pets share this name.

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#3227

Meaning & Story

From the Old French Marguerite, derived from the Greek margarites meaning pearl. Margaret is one of the great enduring classic names, carried by saints, queens, and beloved figures across centuries.

Margaret is a name that has never needed a trend to sustain it - it simply continues, generation after generation, because it is simply that good. A pet named Margaret is probably a dignified, warm-hearted creature with old-fashioned charm and genuine substance. She takes up exactly the right amount of space, gives exactly the right amount of affection, and runs a very orderly household. Margaret. Timeless. Perfect.

At a Glance

#3227
Overall Rank
26
Registered
Girls
Popular With

Popular Breeds Named Margaret

Breeds that commonly use the name Margaret
BreedPets Named
Domestic Shorthair2

Margaret's Personality

Pets named Margaret are most often described as:

  • dignifiedStrong match
  • warmCommon
  • classicSometimes
  • wiseOccasionally

Trait order based on owner reports across pet registries.

Best paired with:

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Margaret a good pet name?

Margaret is a well-known pet name with 26 registered pets. Pets named Margaret are often described as dignified, warm, classic.

Is Margaret a boy or girl pet name?

Margaret is more commonly given to female pets, though it can be used for any pet.

Is Margaret also a human name?

Yes! Margaret is both a popular pet name (ranked #3227 for pets) and a baby name. It is one of 1,600+ names shared between pets and humans on NamesPop.

Margaret has two lives

Margaret, the baby name
#119girls
1,262,307 babies
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Margaret, the pet name
#3227pet name
26 pets
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Last updated May 2026 · Data: NYC & Seattle pet licensing records · Methodology