Maureen

Meaning great, star of the sea
Origin English, Irish
Gender Girl
Popularity Moderate
Length 7
Syllables 2
Syllabification Mau-reen

About Maureen

The name Maureen, with its rich Irish heritage, holds both timeless charm and a touch of elegance. Derived from the Gaelic "Máirín," which is an endearing variation of Mary, Maureen encapsulates meanings of both "bitter" and "beloved." This duality creates a unique depth to the name, reflecting the complexities of life itself.

With variations like Máirín and Morina, Maureen offers a sense of cultural diversity while retaining its classic appeal. It's a name that effortlessly transitions across different settings, from historic novels to contemporary tales.

Famous Maureens have graced various fields, from the silver screen to literature, sports, and politics. Actresses like Maureen O'Hara and Maureen McCormick have left their mark, embodying the name's versatility.

In fiction, Maureen characters often exude strong personalities, from the bohemian artist Maureen Johnson in "Rent" to the resourceful Maureen Robinson in "Lost in Space."

Choosing the name Maureen for your baby girl not only connects her to a lineage of accomplished individuals but also provides a name that's both gentle and resolute, suitable for any era. Whether you're drawn to its Irish origins, its literary or cinematic associations, or simply its melodious sound, Maureen is a name that continues to captivate with its timeless allure.

Variations of Name Maureen

Maurene
Moreen
Maura
Mauren

Nicknames for Maureen

Moe
Maury
Mo
Reenie
Maureen

Famous People Named Maureen

Maureen O'HaraIrish-American actress
Maureen McCormickAmerican actress - played Marcia Brady on "The Brady Bunch"
Maureen LipmanBritish actress and author
Maureen DowdAmerican journalist and columnist
Maureen FlanniganAmerican actress
Maureen ConnollyAmerican tennis player
Maureen McGovernAmerican singer
Maureen ReaganAmerican political activist
Maureen Starkey TigrettFormer wife of Ringo Starr
Maureen JohnsonAmerican author
Maureen NolanIrish singer and actress
Maureen ForresterCanadian operatic contralto
Maureen GardnerBritish high jumper
Maureen FootNew Zealand politician
Maureen TeefyAmerican actress
Maureen OsborneAustralian politician
Maureen WroblewitzFilipino-German model
Maureen BunyanAmerican news anchor
Maureen TuckerAmerican politician

Characters Named Maureen

Maureen PonderosaCharacter in the TV show "It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia"
Maureen GrubeCharacter in the TV show "The Simpsons"
Maureen CartwrightCharacter in the video game "Silent Hill"
Maureen RobinsonCharacter in the book "The Long Earth"
Maureen JohnsonCharacter in the book "The Name of the Star"
Maureen AshbyCharacter in the TV show "Sons of Anarchy"
Maureen "Mo" DeLauneyCharacter in the book "Speak"
Maureen CutlerCharacter in the TV show "The Fosters"
Maureen PrescottCharacter in the book "A Bend in the Road"
Maureen DonovanCharacter in the TV show "Blue Bloods"
Maureen DohertyCharacter in the TV show "Cold Case"
Maureen "Mose" MosleyCharacter in the book "Bee Season"
Maureen HarperCharacter in the TV show "Coronation Street"
Maureen TylerCharacter in the book "Firefly Lane"
Maureen CahillCharacter in the TV show "Psych"
Maureen HinchcliffeCharacter in the TV show "Call the Midwife"