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Maggie

/ MAG-ee /

feminine

Meaning

Pearl

Origin

Greek

Maggie is a traditional diminutive of Margaret, which comes from the Greek 'margarites' (pearl). Historically used as a nickname, it began to be used as a standalone given name in the 19th century. It shares its 'pearl' meaning with names like Daisy (the French Marguerite) and Maisie, but Maggie has a specifically warm, approachable, and grounded character.

Personality Distribution

MBTI Profile

Approximate distribution among people named Maggie.

NT AnalystsNF DiplomatsSJ SentinelsSP Explorers
ESFJ
17.2%
ISFJ
15.6%
ENFP
12.1%
ESFP
10.45%
ISFP
9.1%
ENFJ
8.75%
INFP
7.6%
ESTP
5.4%
ISTJ
3.9%
ISTP
2.5%
ESTJ
2.1%
ENTP
1.7%
INFJ
1.4%
INTP
1.1%
ENTJ
0.8%
INTJ
0.3%

Cultural Context

Cultural Notes

Maggie is the ultimate 'friendly neighbor' name. It is wholesome, spirited, and unpretentious. In the UK, it is part of the 'nickname-as-first-name' trend, while in the US, it is often favored by parents looking for a vintage name that feels less formal than Margaret but more classic than trendy new arrivals.

Notable People

Famous Bearers

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Maggie Smith

Legendary British actress and two-time Oscar winner (b. 1934)

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Maggie Gyllenhaal

Academy Award-nominated American actress and director (b. 1977)

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Maggie Rogers

American singer-songwriter and producer (b. 1994)

Sibling Names

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