Mhairi Name Meaning, Origin & Pronunciation

Mhairi means gaelic form of mary. Scottish Gaelic form of Mary, from Hebrew Miriam, of debated meaning

Mhairi is the Scottish Gaelic form of Mary, with the unusual spelling arising because the name starts with an aspirated letter, producing a v sound. The base form Màiri, pronounced MAH-ree, is common in the Highlands and Islands. The original name Miriam is Hebrew, and its meaning is debated, with proposals including beloved and bitter. Mary has been used in Scotland for centuries, partly in honour of the Virgin Mary and Mary, Queen of Scots. Mhairi was widespread in Scotland and is increasingly seen elsewhere, a graceful alternative with deep traditional roots.

Variants of Mhairi

MairiMariVariMairead

Well-known people named Mhairi

Mhairi Black.

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