Muiris

Gender
Male (Masculine | Boy)
Usage/Origins
Meaning
The name Muiris means "sea warrior" or "of the sea." It is derived from the Irish words "muir" (sea) and "ghearr" (short).
Pronunciation
MI-ryəsh
Muiris is pronounced as "MWIH-rish" in Irish.
Popularity
Muiris is a relatively uncommon name and is not ranked among the most popular names in the world. It is more commonly used in Ireland and among Irish communities around the world.

cartoon of the name Muiris
Cartoon of Muiris

Muiris Name meanings & History

Muiris is a variant of the Irish name Máirín, which is the diminutive form of Máire (Mary in English). It is a Gaelic name that is commonly found in Ireland. The name Muiris means "sea warrior" or "of the sea." It is derived from the Irish words "muir" (sea) and "ghearr" (short). Irish form of Maurice. Muiris is a popular name for boys in Ireland and is often used in Irish-speaking communities. It is also used by families with Irish heritage around the world.

Zodiac Sign of Muiris: Mother Cancer

Synonyms of Muiris:

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

U: Undermining,Universality,Unity,Utopia,Understanding

I: Intimate,Indulgence,Involved

R: Resourceful,Rational,Restless,Reason

S: Success,Sex,Solidity,Status,Sensuality,Social Standing,Security

Muiris is:

  • a Boring name
  • a Formal name
  • a Natural name
  • a Strong name
  • a Unintellectual name

Famous People

There are many notable people with the name Muiris including Muiris Ó Súilleabháin, an Irish musician, and Muiris Mac Conghail, an Irish broadcaster and journalist.

Related Names to Muiris

Muiris is related to other Irish names such as Máire, Muireann, Muirgen, Muirne, Muireadhach, Muircheartach, and Muiread.