Girl Name · Greek Origin
Peggy
There's a reason Peggy keeps coming up in nursery conversations. Linguistically, Peggy carries the meaning "Pearl", a definition that's reflective without being heavy. The Greek roots give Peggy a cultural lineage that long predates its modern revival. One thing the editorial team specifically noted about Peggy is how naturally it sits across formal and casual contexts — resume to nickname.
Recent SSA rankings put Peggy in the top 250 of US baby names — a popular pick that still feels personal. Compared with names of similar style, Peggy has held its rank more consistently — a quiet sign of long-term durability. Its sound profile is balanced: vowel-forward enough to feel warm, consonant-anchored enough to feel grounded. Parents who love Peggy often also weigh Pasco, Peg, Paige — and the Peggy name page below covers nicknames, sibling pairings, and pronunciation in detail.
Peggy meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Pearl
Origin: Greek naming roots help connect Peggy to related Greek baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Peggy as P·E·G·G·Y, with 5 letters and a girl usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Peggy is a popular favorite that still feels personal in the Top 250 tier.
Peggy variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Peggya, Peggye, Peggyy, Pegg.
- Nicknames: Peg and P.
- Middle names: Pair Peggy with a middle name that balances its substantial sound; start with the Peggy middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Pasco, Peg, Paige, Posey, Page — full picks on the sibling names for Peggy guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Peggy? Browse our names like Peggy guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Peggy
What does the name Peggy mean?
Peggy means "Pearl" and is of Greek origin.
What is the origin of Peggy?
Peggy originates in Greek naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Peggy?
Peggy has 5 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Peggy a boy's or girl's name?
Peggy is primarily used as a girl's name in US records.
How popular is Peggy in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Peggy sits in the Top 250 tier — a popular favorite that still feels personal.
What names are similar to Peggy?
Names that share Peggy's sound and style include Pasco, Peg, Paige, Posey, Page.
What middle names pair well with Peggy?
Good middle-name fits for Peggy pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Peggy is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Peggy is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Peggy?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Peggy share its rhythm without rhyming — Pasco, Peg, Paige all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.