Maureen
Maureen: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈmɔːɹiːn/ · /mɔːˈɹiːn/
Meaning and origin of Maureen
- A female given name from Irish.
Etymology
Anglicized from Irish Máirín, diminutive of Máire, an Irish equivalent of Mary. By surface analysis, Maura + -een.
How popular is Maureen?
Since 1880, 144,276 girls and 328 boys in the U.S. have been named Maureen (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #88 in 1948. Its highest rank for boys was #1941 in 1963. In 2025, 32 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Maureen FAQ
What does the name Maureen mean?
A female given name from Irish. Anglicized from Irish Máirín, diminutive of Máire, an Irish equivalent of Mary. By surface analysis, Maura + -een.
What is the origin of the name Maureen?
Maureen is listed as a name of Irish origin.
How popular is the name Maureen?
Since 1880, 144,276 girls and 328 boys in the U.S. have been named Maureen (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #88 in 1948. Its highest rank for boys was #1941 in 1963. In 2025, 32 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Maureen a boy or girl name?
Maureen is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 144,276 girls and 328 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.