Maire Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationMAH-rah / /ˈmɛəɹə/Irish; French
Meaning
Irish: 'sea star'; French: 'bitter'
Historical & Cultural Background
Maire is a variant of the name Mary, commonly used in Ireland. In Irish culture, it is often associated with the Virgin Mary and has deep religious significance. The name has also been adopted in French-speaking regions, where it retains a different meaning. It is a name that has been used historically across various cultures.
Trend Summary
The name Maire has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable presence in Irish communities.
Similar Names
Variants
- Mairead
- Maureen
International Variants
- Maire (Irish)
- Marie (French)
- Mariya (Russian)
Famous people named Maire
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Fictional characters named Maire
Maire is a character in the novel 'The Last of the Mohicans' by James Fenimore Cooper, representing the complexities of colonial relationships.
Maire is featured in the video game 'Fire Emblem: Three Houses' as a character with a rich backstory and connections to the game's lore.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Maire was first seen in the United States in 1901. Maire has ranked as high as #1233 nationally, which occurred in 1997, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Maire has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Maire
No state data available for this year.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1901 | 5 |
| 1912 | 5 |
| 1913 | 5 |
| 1914 | 10 |
| 1915 | 7 |
| 1917 | 7 |
| 1918 | 8 |
| 1919 | 9 |
| 1920 | 8 |
| 1921 | 6 |
| 1922 | 10 |
| 1923 | 7 |
| 1924 | 10 |
| 1925 | 8 |
| 1926 | 13 |
| 1927 | 9 |
| 1928 | 9 |
| 1930 | 8 |
| 1933 | 9 |
| 1935 | 5 |
| 1936 | 7 |
| 1943 | 7 |
| 1944 | 5 |
| 1945 | 10 |
| 1947 | 5 |
| 1948 | 6 |
| 1950 | 5 |
| 1953 | 5 |
| 1955 | 11 |
| 1956 | 20 |
| 1957 | 8 |
| 1958 | 6 |
| 1959 | 6 |
| 1960 | 7 |
| 1961 | 6 |
| 1962 | 11 |
| 1963 | 12 |
| 1964 | 15 |
| 1965 | 8 |
| 1966 | 8 |
| 1967 | 7 |
| 1968 | 9 |
| 1970 | 15 |
| 1971 | 5 |
| 1973 | 6 |
| 1974 | 7 |
| 1977 | 9 |
| 1978 | 7 |
| 1979 | 7 |
| 1980 | 12 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1982 | 7 |
| 1983 | 10 |
| 1984 | 11 |
| 1985 | 12 |
| 1986 | 6 |
| 1987 | 8 |
| 1988 | 11 |
| 1989 | 22 |
| 1990 | 17 |
| 1991 | 15 |
| 1992 | 9 |
| 1993 | 17 |
| 1994 | 16 |
| 1995 | 10 |
| 1996 | 19 |
| 1997 | 26 |
| 1998 | 19 |
| 1999 | 17 |
| 2000 | 14 |
| 2001 | 16 |
| 2002 | 13 |
| 2003 | 17 |
| 2004 | 12 |
| 2005 | 14 |
| 2006 | 8 |
| 2007 | 11 |
| 2008 | 10 |
| 2009 | 12 |
| 2010 | 10 |
| 2011 | 8 |
| 2012 | 12 |
| 2013 | 13 |
| 2014 | 9 |
| 2015 | 10 |
| 2016 | 8 |
| 2017 | 10 |
| 2018 | 10 |
| 2020 | 9 |
| 2022 | 7 |
| 2023 | 9 |
| 2024 | 5 |