Origin and Meaning of Maureen
Meaning & Origin
Drop of the sea / Bitter
Origin: Irish - Derived from the Irish name Máire, which is a form of Mary, ultimately from the Hebrew name Miriam.
Interesting Facts
- Maureen was popularized in the English-speaking world by the Irish and has been associated with the Emerald Isle's cultural heritage.
- The name is notably popular in Ireland and among Irish communities worldwide, particularly in the United States, where it saw peak usage in the mid-20th century.
- Notable bearers include Maureen O'Hara, a renowned Irish-American actress known for her roles in classic films such as 'The Quiet Man.'
- Maureen enjoyed substantial popularity in the United States from the 1930s to the 1970s, reaching its peak around the 1940s.
- Variations of Maureen include Maura, Moira, and the more modern spelling Maureene.