Maura
/MAWRUH/ English Female
Meaning & Origin
Maura is a English name meaning "Moor". It originates from United Arab Emirates, Angola, Argentina, Austria, BE. Maura has multiple possible origins. It's often considered an Irish name, derived from Máire, the Irish form of Mary (Hebrew Miryam, meaning uncertain, but often associated with 'bitter' or 'rebellion'). It can also be related to the Latin word 'maurus' meaning 'Moorish' or 'dark'.
Quick Facts
Language English
Gender Female
Phonetic MAWRUH
IPA ˈmɔɹə
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as MAWRUH. Keep the original English phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named Maura
- · Maura Tierney - Actress
- · Maura Healey - Politician
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