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Małgorzata is the Polish form of Margaret, derived through Latin Margarita from ancient Greek margaritēs, meaning pearl. The name was borne by several medieval saints, most influentially Saint Margaret of Antioch, whose veneration helped spread the name across Christian Europe. Małgorzata has been a common given name in Poland for centuries, appearing frequently in historical records and literature. Its cognates include Margareta, Marguerite, Margarita, Greta, and Rita.