Maureen Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationmaw-REEN / mɔːˈriːnIrish; Latin
Meaning
Irish: 'sea white'; Latin: 'star of the sea'
Historical & Cultural Background
Maureen is derived from the Irish name Maolmhuire, which means 'sea white' or 'star of the sea'. It has been a popular name in Ireland and among Irish communities worldwide. The name has also been associated with the Latin name Stella Maris, which translates to 'star of the sea'. Over time, Maureen has been used predominantly for females, though it has occasionally been given to males.
Trend Summary
Maureen was most popular in the mid-20th century but has seen a decline in usage in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Maireen
- Mairin
International Variants
- Maureen (Irish)
- Mairin (Irish)
- Maire (French)
Famous people named Maureen
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Fictional characters named Maureen
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Maureen was first seen in the United States in 1933. Maureen has ranked as high as #1126 nationally, which occurred in 1963, and has been most popular in New York. In the past 5 years the name Maureen has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Maureen (1971)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1933 | 5 |
| 1934 | 7 |
| 1937 | 6 |
| 1938 | 5 |
| 1939 | 5 |
| 1940 | 9 |
| 1941 | 8 |
| 1942 | 10 |
| 1943 | 5 |
| 1944 | 7 |
| 1945 | 8 |
| 1946 | 7 |
| 1947 | 8 |
| 1950 | 7 |
| 1951 | 7 |
| 1952 | 5 |
| 1953 | 5 |
| 1954 | 14 |
| 1955 | 5 |
| 1956 | 10 |
| 1957 | 10 |
| 1958 | 12 |
| 1959 | 13 |
| 1960 | 9 |
| 1961 | 9 |
| 1962 | 7 |
| 1963 | 18 |
| 1964 | 8 |
| 1965 | 6 |
| 1966 | 13 |
| 1967 | 6 |
| 1968 | 6 |
| 1969 | 6 |
| 1971 | 9 |
| 1974 | 5 |
| 1975 | 7 |
| 1977 | 6 |
| 1978 | 7 |
| 1979 | 6 |
| 1980 | 7 |
| 1982 | 6 |
| 1984 | 9 |