Irish girl name
Mairéad Name Meaning, Origin & Pronunciation
Mairéad means pearl. Irish form of Margaret, from Greek margarites, meaning pearl
Mairéad is the Irish form of Margaret, a name that came from Greek margarites, meaning pearl, and spread across Europe through the cult of Saint Margaret of Antioch. It was in use in Ireland from the Middle Ages and remains a familiar name there. The pronunciation is closer to MY-rayd, with the stress on the first syllable. Variants include Maighread and the Scottish Mairead, which Scottish Gaelic also uses. It suits families wanting a classic name linked to a long Christian tradition, with a delicate Irish flavour.
Variants of Mairéad
MaireadMaredMargaretMaighread
Well-known people named Mairéad
Mairead Corrigan.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Mairéad mean?
Mairéad means "pearl". Irish form of Margaret, from Greek margarites, meaning pearl.
How do you pronounce Mairéad?
Mairéad is pronounced MY-rayd.
What is the origin of Mairéad?
Mairéad is of Irish origin. Irish form of Margaret, from Greek margarites, meaning pearl.