Peggy - Unique Girl Names

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Peggy

/ˈpɛɡi/

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Uncommon

Meaning

Pearl

Symbolizes inner beauty, wisdom gained through experience, and quiet strength beneath a gentle exterior.

Symbolism

Represents purity, resilience, and the idea of something precious formed through pressure and time, much like a pearl.

Etymology: Peggy originated as a rhyming nickname for Margaret in the 16th century; 'Meg' became 'Peg' due to common consonant shifts, and the diminutive '-y' ending gave rise to Peggy. Margaret itself comes from the Greek 'margarites,' meaning 'pearl.'

Style & Origin

traditional

vintage retro

english

Cultural Background

Originating as a diminutive of Margaret in English-speaking countries, Peggy has a mid-century charm

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