Margo is a unique and distinctive given name of French origin. It is derived from the French word "margot," which means "pearl." The name Margo has been used as a given name since the late 19th century, but it gained popularity in the mid-20th century. Today, Margo is still considered a somewhat rare and exotic name, but it has been used by families around the world who appreciate its unique sound and meaning.
The statistics provided show the annual birth count of babies named Margo in the United States over several decades. The data begins with a peak in popularity during the early 1940s, with six newborn girls named Margo each year in 1941 and 1942. There was then a significant gap before the name reappeared on birth records, with five babies named Margo born in 1954.
The popularity of the name Margo fluctuated over the following years, as seen by another gap until 1969 when there were again five newborn girls given this name. By 1977 and 1989, the birth count increased slightly to six babies named Margo each year.
Overall, based on these statistics, a total of thirty-four (34) babies were named Margo in the United States over this period from 1941 to 1989. These figures provide an interesting insight into the evolution of naming trends for girls during these decades.