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Christian Name Meaning & Origin Guide

Margarethe

Mary of Magdala

Pronunciation: MAR-gah-reth (/ˈmɑːrɡəˌrɛθ/)

Girl Name Biblical origin Popularity 60
Meaning
Mary of Magdala
Origin
Biblical
Lucky Number
13
Lucky Day
Friday
Lucky Stone
Lapis Lazuli
Life Path
3
Popularity Score
60
Language
English, Greek, Latin
Lucky Colors: PurpleRedWhite

What does Margarethe mean?

In Greek, Margarethe is derived from the name Margarita, meaning pearl. In Christian tradition, this name is associated with Mary Magdalene, who is believed to have been a follower of Jesus and the first to witness his resurrection.

Margarethe in other languages & scripts

Hebrew
מרגריט
Pearl
Greek
Μαργαριτης
Margarites, pearl
Latin
Margarita
Pearl
English
Margarethe
Margaret

How to pronounce Margarethe

English pronunciation
MAR-gah-reth
Biblical pronunciation
MAR-ga-reth
IPA notation
/ˈmɑːrɡəˌrɛθ/

Numerology & personality

Creative and emotional, those with a life path number 3 are often gifted musicians, artists, or writers. They are also natural communicators and social beings.

Associated Traits
KindFaithfulLoyalC = CourageousH = Humble

Spiritual & cultural context

A symbol of spiritual transformation and resilience.

The name Margarethe, a form of Margarita, has been popular in various European cultures for centuries. It conjures romantic and mythological images, such as the pearl offered by the mermaid to briefly make the prince immortal in the Hans Christian Andersen story, or the Pearl of Great Price in the Bible.

Scriptural & traditional roots

Saint connection: Margaret

Popularity of Margarethe by region

Region Country Score Year
France FR 58 2024
Poland PL 45 2024
Spain ES 79 2024
Brazil BR 56 2024

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Frequently asked questions about Margarethe

What does Margarethe mean?
Margarethe is a Greek name derived from Margarita, which means pearl. In Christian tradition, it is also associated with Mary Magdalene.
Is Margarethe a Christianity name?
Yes, Margarethe is a Greek name with Christian associations, as it is believed to be the name of Mary Magdalene.
How to pronounce Margarethe?
Margarethe is pronounced mar-gah-reh-theh.
Is Margarethe popular today?
While Margarethe is not a commonly used name today, it remains a unique and meaningful choice for a baby girl.
What is the origin of Margarethe?
Margarethe is a Greek name derived from Margarita, which means pearl. In Christian tradition, it is also associated with Mary Magdalene.