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The Italian form of Margaret, derived from the Greek word margarites. It has long been associated with the daisy flower in Italy, adding a botanical layer to its gemstone roots.
Less common today
Margherita isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #7,461 in 1991.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Queen consort of Italy for whom the Margherita pizza was named
Renowned Italian astrophysicist and popular science writer
Award-winning Italian actress
Italian fashion designer and heiress to the Missoni fashion house
