girl name · French origin
Margot
/ MAR-goh /
Meaning
Margot means Pearl (French).
Gender
Girl
Origin
French
Pronunciation
MAR-goh
Popularity
#102 · U.S. girls (2025)
Popularity of Margot in the US, 1880–2025
Margot first appears in US records in 1894. It peaked in 2025, when 2,575 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 2,575.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
What does Margot mean?
Margot is a French pet form of Marguerite, “pearl.”
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Margot mean?
Margot means Pearl. Margot is a French pet form of Marguerite, “pearl.”
What is the origin of the name Margot?
Margot is of French origin.
How do you pronounce Margot?
Margot is pronounced “MAR-goh.”
Is Margot a boy or a girl name?
Margot is most commonly used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Margot?
In 2025, Margot ranked #102 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Margot most popular?
Margot was most popular in 2025, when about 2,575 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.