Mairéad
Meaningpearl · Irish
Mairéad is a Gaelic and Irish girl name meaning “pearl”. Irish names are loved for their lilting sound and their links to Celtic saints and legends. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It shares its name with a color or gem. It sounds crisp and confident, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length.
Fewer than 5 US babies a year get this name, so SSA doesn't list it. That makes it truly rare.
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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).
About the name Mairéad
Mairéad is a girl name of Gaelic and Irish origin meaning “pearl”. Its two syllables give it an easy rhythm, and the consonant at the end gives it a confident finish. It's a rare choice in the US, so your child is unlikely to meet another Mairéad at school.
Origin:Gaelic namesIrish names
More Gaelic girl names
- Girl name: Nora · honor
- Girl name: Hazel · hazel tree
- Girl name: Isla · from Islay
- Unisex name: Riley · rye clearing
- Girl name: Maeve · she who intoxicates
- Unisex name: Kennedy · helmeted head
- Unisex name: Quinn · descendant of Conn
- Girl name: Alana · possibly little rock
Questions about the name Mairéad
What does the name Mairéad mean?
Mairéad means “pearl” and comes from Irish. Other girl names with a similar meaning include Margot (“pearl”), Margaret (“pearl”), Maisie (“pearl”) and Maggie (“pearl”).
What is the origin of the name Mairéad?
Mairéad is Gaelic and Irish in origin. Names often travel between languages and cultures, which is why Mairéad turns up in more than one tradition. Other Gaelic names to consider are Nora (“honor”), Hazel (“hazel tree”), Isla (“from Islay”) and Riley (“rye clearing”).
Is Mairéad a boy or girl name?
Mairéad is a girl name.
What names are similar to Mairéad?
If you like Mairéad, you might also like Margot, Margaret, Maisie and Maggie.
What should I know before naming my baby Mairéad?
Mairéad is a Gaelic and Irish girl name meaning “pearl”. Irish names are loved for their lilting sound and their links to Celtic saints and legends. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It shares its name with a color or gem. It sounds crisp and confident, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.