Girl Name · Greek Origin
Moira
Considering Moira? It is a girl name whose meaning is "Destiny, share", rooted in Greek naming tradition, and ranks in our Rare popularity tier. Phonetically it shares territory with Myra.
Moira meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Destiny, share
Origin: Greek naming roots help connect Moira to related Greek baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Moira as M·O·I·R·A, with 5 letters and a girl usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Moira is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Moira variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Moiraa, Moirae, Moiray, Moir.
- Nicknames: Moi and M.
- Middle names: Pair Moira with a middle name that balances its substantial sound; start with the Moira middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Myra, Mayra, Maura, Maira, Mara — full picks on the sibling names for Moira guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Moira? Browse our names like Moira guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Moira
What does the name Moira mean?
Moira means "Destiny, share" and is of Greek origin.
What is the origin of Moira?
Moira originates in Greek naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Moira?
Moira has 5 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Moira a boy's or girl's name?
Moira is primarily used as a girl's name in US records.
How popular is Moira in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Moira sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Moira?
Names that share Moira's sound and style include Myra, Mayra, Maura, Maira, Mara.
What middle names pair well with Moira?
Good middle-name fits for Moira pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Moira is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Moira is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Moira?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Moira share its rhythm without rhyming — Myra, Mayra, Maura all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.