Girl
Maire
bitter, beloved
About Maire
The elegant simplicity of Maire belies its remarkable depth and character. This name manages to be succinct without feeling abbreviated, complete in just two syllables that flow together with surprising richness.
The unusual letter arrangement creates visual interest on paper while maintaining intuitive pronunciation when spoken aloud.
Maire possesses a certain timeless quality that transcends fleeting naming trends, positioning your daughter with a choice that will feel as appropriate in fifty years as it does today.
The name carries a subtle strength—not overwhelming or harsh, but steadfast and resilient in its quiet dignity.
Maire pairs exceptionally well with longer surnames, creating balance in the full name, while standing confidently alongside any middle name selection you might consider.
Popularity of the Name Maire
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| Ireland | |
|---|---|
| 1964 | #113 |
| 1965 | #127 |
| 1966 | #152 |
| 1967 | #148 |
| 1968 | #155 |
| 1969 | #163 |
| 1970 | #186 |
| 1971 | #167 |
| 1972 | #196 |
| 1973 | #188 |
| 1974 | #213 |
| 1975 | #203 |
| 1976 | #189 |
| 1977 | #172 |
| 1978 | #216 |
| 1979 | #146 |
| 1980 | #152 |
| 1981 | #162 |
| 1982 | #177 |
| 1983 | #148 |
| 1984 | #179 |
| 1985 | #190 |
| 1986 | #177 |
| 1987 | #139 |
| 1988 | #147 |
| 1989 | #194 |
| 1990 | #159 |
| 1991 | #212 |
| 1992 | #169 |
| 1993 | #238 |
| 1994 | #277 |
| 1995 | #235 |
| 1996 | #231 |
| 1997 | #338 |
| 1998 | #467 |
| 1999 | #223 |
| 2000 | #343 |
| 2001 | #262 |
| 2002 | #582 |
| 2003 | #386 |
| 2004 | #399 |
| 2005 | #367 |
| 2006 | #452 |
| 2007 | #489 |
| 2008 | #454 |
| 2009 | #694 |
| 2010 | #534 |
| 2011 | #492 |
| 2014 | #633 |
| 2015 | #487 |
| 2016 | #974 |
| 2018 | #806 |
| 2019 | #577 |
| 2020 | #928 |
| 2022 | #683 |
| 2025 | #780 |
Top names by country: Ireland
Variations of Name Maire
Names Similar to Maire
Nicknames for Maire
- May
- Mimi
- Mary
- Reese
