Girl
Moira
fate, destiny
About Moira
In certain cultural traditions, names carry weight and gravitas that transcend mere labels, becoming integral to personal identity and family heritage. Moira represents such a choice—dignified without pretension, substantial without being cumbersome. The name possesses a quiet elegance that suggests depth of character and thoughtfulness.
Moira works particularly well for families seeking something outside current popularity trends while avoiding anything too obscure or difficult. It's been used consistently across generations, which speaks to its enduring appeal without making it seem dated. The pronunciation is straightforward, the spelling intuitive.
This name adapts well to various contexts, from academic settings to creative fields to professional environments. It neither pigeonholes nor limits, instead providing a solid foundation upon which your daughter can build whatever identity she chooses. Moira suggests someone thoughtful and capable, with inner strength that doesn't require constant advertisement.
Popularity of the Name Moira
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1955 | #991 | #124 | ||
| 1958 | #918 | #154 | ||
| 1960 | #962 | #179 | ||
| 1962 | #977 | #174 | ||
| 1963 | #877 | #242 | ||
| 1964 | #867 | #202 | #217 | |
| 1965 | #834 | #267 | #248 | |
| 1966 | #981 | #325 | #247 | |
| 1968 | #997 | #332 | #236 | |
| 1906 | #158 | |||
| 1909 | #164 | |||
| 1911 | #158 | |||
| 1912 | #165 | |||
| 1913 | #182 | |||
| 1914 | #160 | |||
| 1915 | #193 | |||
| 1916 | #155 | |||
| 1917 | #189 | |||
| 1918 | #144 | |||
| 1919 | #154 | |||
| 1920 | #133 | |||
| 1921 | #128 | |||
| 1922 | #116 | |||
| 1923 | #115 | |||
| 1924 | #146 | |||
| 1925 | #122 | |||
| 1926 | #125 | |||
| 1927 | #165 | |||
| 1928 | #117 | |||
| 1929 | #106 | |||
| 1930 | #120 | |||
| 1931 | #141 | |||
| 1932 | #154 | |||
| 1933 | #138 | |||
| 1934 | #127 | |||
| 1935 | #129 | |||
| 1936 | #203 | |||
| 1937 | #139 | |||
| 1938 | #161 | |||
| 1939 | #132 | |||
| 1940 | #132 | |||
| 1941 | #220 | |||
| 1942 | #227 | |||
| 1944 | #173 | |||
| 1945 | #191 | |||
| 1946 | #263 | |||
| 1947 | #187 | |||
| 1949 | #214 | |||
| 1950 | #220 | |||
| 1951 | #169 | |||
| 1952 | #168 | |||
| 1953 | #147 | |||
| 1954 | #161 | |||
| 1956 | #150 | |||
| 1957 | #154 | |||
| 1959 | #209 | |||
| 1961 | #200 | |||
| 1967 | #222 | #235 | ||
| 1969 | #264 | #213 | ||
| 1970 | #373 | #265 | ||
| 1971 | #245 | #211 | ||
| 1972 | #376 | #265 | ||
| 1974 | #333 | #281 | ||
| 1975 | #383 | #258 | ||
| 1973 | #238 | |||
| 1976 | #307 | |||
| 1977 | #344 | |||
| 1978 | #385 | |||
| 1979 | #267 | |||
| 1980 | #365 | |||
| 1981 | #249 | |||
| 1982 | #387 | |||
| 1983 | #360 | |||
| 1984 | #381 | |||
| 1985 | #342 | |||
| 1986 | #315 | |||
| 1987 | #323 | |||
| 1989 | #309 | |||
| 1990 | #587 | |||
| 1991 | #383 | |||
| 1992 | #504 | |||
| 1993 | #375 | |||
| 1994 | #579 | |||
| 1995 | #406 | |||
| 1997 | #556 | #934 | ||
| 1999 | #424 | #865 | ||
| 2000 | #400 | |||
| 2003 | #618 | #869 | ||
| 2005 | #660 | |||
| 2006 | #894 | |||
| 2007 | #996 | |||
| 2008 | #824 | |||
| 2009 | #707 | |||
| 2015 | #836 | |||
| 2016 | #989 | |||
| 2017 | #827 | |||
| 2019 | #794 | |||
| 2020 | #760 | |||
| 2022 | #830 | |||
| 2025 | #656 | |||
| 1996 | #991 |
Top names by country: United States · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Moira
Names Similar to Moira
Nicknames for Moira
- Moi
- Ira
- Mo
- Momo
Famous People Named Moira
| Moira Stuart | British newsreader and television presenter |
| Moira Shearer | Scottish ballet dancer and actress |
| Moira Quirk | English voice actress |
| Moira Sinise | American actress |
| Moira Lister | South African-British actress |
| Moira Redmond | British actress |
| Moira Brooker | British actress |
| Moira Deady | Irish artist |
| Moira Orfei | Italian actress and circus performer |
| Moira Harris | American actress |
| Moira MacTaggert | Canadian geneticist in the X-Men comics |
| Moira Forbes | American publisher |
| Moira Kelly | businesswoman - Australian businesswoman and philanthropist |
| Moira Cameron | First female Beefeater at the Tower of London |
| Moira Amer | Egyptian archaeologist |
| Moira Hodgson | British-American writer and journalist |
| Moira Gunn | American radio host and producer |
Characters Named Moira
| Moira O'Hara | American Horror Story character |
| Moira MacTaggert | X-Men comics character |
| Moira Brown | Fallout 3 video game character |
| Moira Queen | Arrow TV series character |
| Moira Barton | Emmerdale TV series character |
| Moira Burton | Resident Evil video game character |
| Moira Johnson | Coronation Street TV series character |
| Moira Kinross | The Handmaid's Tale novel character |
| Moira Rose | Schitt's Creek TV series character |
| Moira X | X-Men comics character |
| Moira Dingle | Emmerdale TV series character |
| Moira Dovichi | Criminal Minds TV series character |
| Moira Malone | Cheers TV series character |
| Moira Ingalls | Little House on the Prairie TV series character |
| Moira MacKay | Outlander TV series character |
| Moira | Dishonored video game character |
| Moira Bell | Trainspotting film character |
| Moira Schitt | Schitt's Creek TV series character |