Maureen

Girl's name

Maureen is of uncertain origin but is believed to be derived from the Irish name Máirín, a diminutive of Máire, which is the Irish form of Mary.

Meaning Sea of bitterness, beloved
Origin Hebrew
U.S. births in 2023 27 Falling
Peak year 1957

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Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Maureen O'Hara - Actress known for classic films like "The Quiet Man."
  • Maureen McCormick - Actress who played Marcia on "The Brady Bunch."
  • Maureen Dowd - Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and columnist for The New York Times.
  • Maureen Reagan - Political activist and daughter of President Ronald Reagan.
  • Maureen Connolly - Tennis player, first woman to win Grand Slam.
  • Maureen Lipman - British actress and author.
  • Maureen Johnson - Author of young adult novels like "13 Little Blue Envelopes."
  • Maureen Stapleton - Actress known for her work on stage and screen.
  • Maureen O'Sullivan - Actress who played Jane in Tarzan films.
  • Maureen Flannigan - Actress known for roles in TV shows like "7th Heaven."

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