Moyra
Girl name · 9 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Moyra: 9 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 3 births in 1976.
An elegant Gaelic variant of Moira, Moyra traces its roots to Máire, the Irish form of Mary, itself from the Hebrew Miriam, carrying the timeless meanings of ‘beloved’ or ‘bitter’. The name gained a touch of glamour through Scottish-born actress Moyra Fraser, known for her role in the Carry On films, while Canadian photographer Moyra Davey brought a contemporary artistic edge. Though not tied to a specific place, its sister spelling Moira gives its name to a village in Northern Ireland. Moyra offers a softer, less common alternative to the standard Moira, retaining the same lyrical charm while standing out as a distinctive choice for parents drawn to Celtic heritage.
Girl 3 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 19763 babies
- Latest (1979)
- #5353 babies
- Total births
- 9since 1976
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y