Moire
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Moire is a girl’s name of Irish origin, meaning “Moire is of Irish and Scottish Gaelic origin, related to the name Moira, which is a form of Mary, often interpreted as 'bitter' or 'beloved'.”, and peaked in popularity in 1990.
What Moire Means
“Moire is of Irish and Scottish Gaelic origin, related to the name Moira, which is a form of Mary, often interpreted as 'bitter' or 'beloved'.”
The Story of Moire
Like the shimmering fabric it shares a name with, this Irish and Scottish name suggests a gentle, elegant resilience.
Of Irish and Scottish Gaelic origin, Moire is related to Moira, itself a form of Mary. While 'Mary' can be interpreted as 'bitter,' it is also profoundly linked to the concept of 'beloved'.
This name is for a daughter whose presence is both gentle and deeply felt. You imagine her possessing an elegant resilience, a thoughtful soul whose love for others is profound.
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The Adventurer
Free-spirited, adaptable, and curious. These names carry energy of change and exploration.
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#6 in 1990
Total Births
11
First Recorded
1982
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