♀ Name Maira

Q: What does the name Maira mean?

Maira means 'beloved', 'sea of bitterness', 'drop of the sea', 'star of the sea', 'exalted one', 'rebelliousness' or 'wished for child' (from Maria). In Greek mythology, Maira has the meaning 'sparkling' (from ancient Greek 'marmaírō/μᾰρμαίρω' = to sparkle/to gleam).

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Maira is a ♀ girl name.

Where does the name Maira come from?

The name Maira is a form of Maria. Besides, it is a name from Greek mythology. She was a daughter of Erasinos, Proitos and Atlas and the dog of Ikarios.

What does the name Maira mean?

Maira means “beloved”, “sea of bitterness”, “drop of the sea”, “star of the sea”, “exalted one”, “rebelliousness” or “wished for child” (from Maria). In Greek mythology, Maira has the meaning “sparkling” (from ancient Greek “marmaírō/μᾰρμαίρω” = to sparkle/to gleam).

Pronunciation of Maira

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Variants

Mayra

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Popularity of the name Maira

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