Maureen
Meaning & Origin
Meaning: Great; Lady
Background: The name Maureen originates from the Irish name 'Maolmhuire,' which translates to 'great' or 'lady.' This name is derived from the Latin 'Maria,' which is associated with a prominent figure in various texts. The evolution of Maureen reflects its roots in both Irish and Latin traditions.
At a glance
Quick stats based on the history of this name.
Lifetime rank
#278
Total births
144,573
Most popular decade
1950s
(128,703 births)
10-year trend
↓ Falling (-1,833 ranks)
Years in Top 100
10
First recorded year
1896
Gender usage
0.2% male
99.8% female
Stats by gender
Male
- First year
- 1933
- First year births
- 5
- First year rank
- #3,642
- Peak year
- 1963
- Peak year births
- 18
- Peak rank
- #1,902
- Most recent year
- 1984
- Recent year births
- 9
- Recent rank
- #4,215
Female
- First year
- 1896
- First year births
- 7
- First year rank
- #1,292
- Peak year
- 1957
- Peak year births
- 4,595
- Peak rank
- #103
- Most recent year
- 2024
- Recent year births
- 27
- Recent rank
- #4,873
Births over time
Number of babies given this name each year.
Rank over time
Popularity rank by year (1 = most popular).