Bright sea
Derived from the Goidelic elements 'muir' meaning sea and 'geal' meaning bright. It was introduced to England by the Normans and was particularly popular in the early 20th century before becoming a rare vintage choice today.
Less common today
Muriel isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,714 in 1996.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Scottish novelist best known for 'The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie'
American politician serving as the mayor of the District of Columbia
The socially awkward protagonist of the film 'Muriel's Wedding' · Muriel's Wedding
The kind owner of Courage in the animated series · Courage the Cowardly Dog
Former Second Lady of the United States and U.S. Senator
American poet and political activist
