Star of the sea; bitter
Maura is an Anglicized form of the Irish name Máire, which is the Gaelic equivalent of Mary. It is also associated with the Latin word 'maurus', meaning 'Moorish' or 'dark-skinned'. In Irish tradition, it has long been a beloved classic, though it remains a distinctive choice in the United States.
About 127 girls were named Maura in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
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The same feel as Maura — far less common.
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