Margherita
/mar.ɡeˈri.ta/feminine
The English name Margaret is translated into Italian as Margherita.
Margherita is the Italian female given name used to translate Margaret. It is also the Italian word for the daisy flower.
Meaning: female given name (name)
Which one should you use?
While Margherita is the standard form, Margarita serves as a formal variation of the name.
How do you pronounce it?
The pronunciation is /mar.ɡeˈri.ta/. It has 4 syllables, with the stress on the 3rd syllable.
Did you know?
- The world famous Pizza Margherita was named after Queen Margherita of Savoy in 1889 to honor her visit to Naples.
- The name Margherita shares its origins with the word for 'pearl' in several other languages, tracing back to the Greek word for a precious stone.
- Unlike the English 'Margaret', which has various nicknames like 'Maggie' or 'Peggy', the Italian Margherita is often shortened to the affectionate Marghé.
Examples in context
- Margherita, sono così emozionata per il nostro viaggio a Venezia!Margherita, I'm so excited for our trip to Venice!
- Marghè, vieni a cena stasera?Marghè, do you want to come over for dinner tonight?
- Si chiama Margherita.Her name is Margherita.
- Ho incontrato Margherita ieri.I met Margherita yesterday.
- Questa è la mia amica Margherita.This is my friend Margherita.
Example conversation
Lorenzo and Martina are talking about a mutual friend.
- LorenzoSai dove si trova Margherita?Do you know where Margherita is?
- MartinaCredo che sia in ufficio.I think she is in the office.
- LorenzoDevo parlare con Margherita urgentemente.I need to speak with Margherita urgently.
- MartinaAllora vai a cercarla subito.Then go look for her right away.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “margaret” translations and entries Margherita, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries margherita, CC BY-SA 4.0.
