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Meg is a diminutive of Margaret, which originates from the Greek word 'margarites'. It has been used as a standalone name since the Middle Ages and is often associated with the classic literary character from Little Women.
Less common today
Meg isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #1,486 in 1995.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
The eldest sister in Louisa May Alcott's novel · Little Women
American actress known for romantic comedies
Daughter in the animated series Family Guy · Family Guy
Former CEO of eBay and Hewlett-Packard
Author of The Princess Diaries series
Drummer for the rock duo The White Stripes
Protagonist of the science fantasy novel · A Wrinkle in Time
