Maureen

Girl

Maureen is a girl's name of Irish origin meaning "Anglicized form of Máirín, a diminutive of Máire meaning little Mary.". It is pronounced maw-REEN. Today it is a popular name (popularity 96/100) and fading.

Irish origin · /maw-REEN/ · classic

Meaning: Anglicized form of Máirín, a diminutive of Máire meaning little Mary.

Popularity 96/1002 syllablesPeaked 1957↓ Falling

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Frequently asked questions about Maureen

What does Maureen mean?

Maureen means "Anglicized form of Máirín, a diminutive of Máire meaning little Mary.". It is of Irish origin.

Is Maureen a boy or girl name?

Maureen is traditionally a girl's name.

How popular is Maureen?

Maureen is one of the most common baby names, with a popularity score of 96/100. It was most popular in the 1950s.

How is Maureen pronounced?

Maureen is pronounced maw-REEN.

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