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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Pearl
- Origin
- Greek (via Margaret)
- Gender
- Primarily used for girls
- Pronunciation
- muh-RAYD
Mairead is an Irish-style form of Margaret, a name of Greek origin meaning "pearl." It's pronounced muh-RAYD, which is worth knowing if your family and friends will be seeing the spelling before they hear it said aloud.
Meaning & Origin of Mairead
Meaning: Pearl.
Origin: Greek (via Margaret).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Mairead
muh-RAYDIPA /məˈreɪd/
Popularity of Mairead
Mairead peaked at #2467 in 1997, when 53 babies were given the name. By 2024 it ranked #6287, with 19 babies, so it remains a rare pick that few children will share.
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FAQ
What does the name Mairead mean?
Pearl. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Mairead?
Mairead is pronounced muh-RAYD (IPA: /məˈreɪd/).
Is Mairead a popular name right now?
Mairead peaked at #2467 in 1997 and is ranked #6287 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1967–2024.)
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