Margaret vs Nancy
Comparing Margaret and Nancy? Both are popular picks for parents in 2026. Margaret ranks in the Top 100 tier and traces to Greek naming roots (meaning "Pearl"). Nancy sits in the Top 100 tier with Hebrew origins (meaning "Grace, favor").
Margaret
- Meaning: Pearl
- Origin: Greek
- Popularity (2026): Top 100
- Full Margaret name page
Nancy
- Meaning: Grace, favor
- Origin: Hebrew
- Popularity (2026): Top 100
- Full Nancy name page
Which name is more popular: Margaret or Nancy?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Margaret ranks higher (Top 100) than Nancy (Top 100).