Moira

Girl's name

Moira is a Greek name meaning "destiny" or "fate." It is derived from the Greek word "moira," which refers to the concept of fate in Greek mythology.

Meaning Sea of bitterness, beloved
Origin Hebrew
U.S. births in 2023 105
Peak year 1963

Appears In These Collections

Irish

Popularity Over Time

Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Moira Kelly - Actress known for "The Cutting Edge."
  • Moira Shearer - Ballet dancer in "The Red Shoes."
  • Moira Quirk - Voice actress in "The Wild Thornberrys."
  • Moira Walley-Beckett - Screenwriter for "Breaking Bad."
  • Moira Buffini - Playwright of "Handbagged" and "Dinner."
  • Moira Lister - Actress in "The Cruel Sea."
  • Moira Harris - Actress in "The Stand" and "Poltergeist."
  • Moira Stuart - British newsreader and television presenter.
  • Moira MacTaggert - Fictional character in X-Men comics.
  • Moira Rose - Fictional character in "Schitt's Creek."

Sisters for Moira

Girl names closely related to Moira

Suzanne Mira Grayce Elyse Mackenna Cailin Lena Reilly

Brothers for Moira

Boy names closely related to Moira

Vaughn Graeme Finnian Reilly Archibald Conlan Kurtis Quinn

Name Variants

Names with similar meaning to Moira

Maira Maleah Malia Maliah Maliyah Mamie Mara Marbella

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