Irish/Hebrew · Girl name
Máire
“Irish form of Mary; meaning uncertain”
About the name Máire
Máire is the Irish form of the name Mary, which ultimately derives from the Hebrew name Miriam. While the precise meaning of Miriam is uncertain, it has been variously interpreted, but in Irish usage, Máire is simply recognized as the traditional equivalent of Mary. The name has deep roots in Irish culture and literature, and is borne by several notable figures, such as Máire Ní Chinnéide, who played a significant role in the Irish language revival. Máire frequently appears in Irish songs and folklore.
- Meaning
- Irish form of Mary; meaning uncertain
- Origin
- Irish/Hebrew
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- MAW-rah(2 syl.)
Middle names for Máire
- Máire Rose
- Máire Elizabeth
- Máire Anne
- Máire Claire
- Máire Fiona
Questions about Máire
- What does Máire mean?
- Máire is an Irish name meaning "Irish form of Mary; meaning uncertain".
- How do you pronounce Máire?
- Máire is pronounced MAW-rah, with emphasis on the first syllable.
- What are variants of Máire?
- Variants of Máire include Maire.
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