Muir

Gender
Male (Masculine | Boy)
Usage/Origins
Meaning
As mentioned, Muir means "sea" or "great deep." Its etymology famously comes from the Gaelic word "muir," which means the same. Muir conceptually represents vastness, sweeping beauty, and tranquility.
Popularity
The name Muir is not a common name, making it quite rare. However, it has grown in popularity recently, especially in the United States. According to DefineName, the name Muir was ranked #3,867 in popularity in 2020.

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Muir Name meanings & History

The name Muir has Scottish and Gaelic roots, which means "sea" or "great deep." It is commonly associated with nature, representing vastness and serenity. As mentioned, Muir means "sea" or "great deep." Its etymology famously comes from the Gaelic word "muir," which means the same. Muir conceptually represents vastness, sweeping beauty, and tranquility. From a Scottish surname, derived from Scots muir meaning "moor, fen". This name could also be inspired by Scottish Gaelic muir meaning "sea". Muir is a popular baby name used in the United States, Scotland, and other countries. It can be used as a first name or as a middle name.

Zodiac Sign of Muir: Mother Cancer

Synonyms of Muir:

M: Memory,Manipulative,Mother,Mushy,Memorabilia,Maternal,Mommy

U: Universality,Understanding,Utopia,Undermining,Unity

I: Indulgence,Involved,Intimate

R: Rational,Resourceful,Restless,Reason

Muir is:

  • a Class name
  • a Classic name
  • a Complex name
  • a Formal name
  • a Mature name
  • a Natural name
  • a Serious name
  • a Strange name
  • a Strong name
  • a Upper name
  • a Wholesome name

2.) MUIR (Male)

Usage: Scottish

Meanings: Transferred use of the Scottish surname meaning “dweller near the moor.” It is derived from the Old English and Old Norse mor (moor, heath). (MYOOR)


3.) MUIR (Male)

Usage: American

Meanings: Transferred use of the Scottish surname meaning “dweller near the moor.” It is derived from the Old English and Old Norse mor (moor, heath). Var: Muire. (MYOOR)


4.) Muir (Male)

Usage: Scottish

Meanings: (Scottish) moor; marshland.

Other Forms: Muire, Muyr, Muyre


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