Baby name

FADING GIRL · GREEK/IRISH
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Moira

/MOY-rah/


“From Greek moira (fate, destiny) and Irish Máire (Mary)”

From Greek 'moira' (fate, destiny) and Irish 'Máire' (Mary).

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How it ages.

Moira is less common today, which can make it feel familiar yet unexpectedly distinctive.

The cultural moment.

Moira has become moderately less common in Scotland in recent years, while remaining an established choice.