US Popularity Rank: 7237

Origin: Irish

Meaning: Star of the sea; Bitterness; Beloved; Wished for child

Maureen is a girl's name of Irish origin. It is an anglicized version of Máirín, a diminutive of Mary, which means "star of the sea," "bitterness," "beloved," and "wished for child." If you have Irish heritage or love the energy of the ocean, Maureen makes a great choice for your little one. Baby Maureen may be inspired to shine bright and go with the flow wherever life leads them.