US Popularity Rank: 3276

Origin: Irish

Meaning: Fate, destiny; Share; Bitter; Rebelliousness; Beloved; Wished for child

Moira is a girl's name of Greek and Irish origin. In Greek, it translates to "destiny," "share," or "fate," reminding yout little one that they're future is in their hands. If you've got a love for mythology, Moira is believed to be referring to the three Greek incarnations of destiny known as the Fates, aka the Morai. As legend tells, the Moirai ensured that every living being lived out their destiny according to the universe, giving the name an otherworldly tone for baby to enjoy. Moira also acts as a alternative spelling of Máire, the Irish variant of Mary. This can give this moniker plenty of classic meanings, including "bitter," "rebelliousness," "beloved," and "wished-for child." Along with this heady lineage, the name Moira reemerged in popularity since 2015 thanks to Catherine O’Hara’s portrayal of the rich, eccentric matriarch of the Rose family, Moira Rose, on the wildly popular TV comedy, Schitt's Creek.