Manx girl name
Moirrey Name Meaning, Origin & Pronunciation
Moirrey means beloved or bitter (from mary). The Manx Gaelic form of Mary
Moirrey is the Manx Gaelic form of Mary, which was one of the most widely used girls' names on the Isle of Man. Like the Irish Máire and the Scottish Mairi, it belongs to the Gaelic family of Mary names. The root is Hebrew and its original meaning is uncertain, with beloved and bitter among the suggestions. Today the name is very rare and mainly kept alive through interest in Manx Gaelic. It is a good choice for those who want a Manx link with a familiar meaning.
Variants of Moirrey
MaryVoirrey
Moirrey popularity: Ireland vs the US
Moirrey does not appear in the official Irish or US baby name rankings, which only list names given to a handful of babies a year. It is a rare choice in both countries.
Data: US Social Security Administration (public domain) and Central Statistics Office, Ireland (CC BY 4.0). Irish accented spellings (such as Síle) are only recorded from 2018, so earlier years combine spellings.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Moirrey mean?
Moirrey means "beloved or bitter (from mary)". The Manx Gaelic form of Mary.
How do you pronounce Moirrey?
Moirrey is pronounced MOR-ra.
What is the origin of Moirrey?
Moirrey is of Manx origin. The Manx Gaelic form of Mary.