The baby name Maguire is a unisex name, 2 syllables long and is pronounced "muh-gwire".
Maguire is Irish in Origin.
Maguire is a name of Irish origin, meaning "son of the servant of St. Mary." The name is derived from the Gaelic language, and it was originally spelled Mac Uidhir. The name was first recorded in the 11th century in County Fermanagh, Northern Ireland. The Maguire clan was one of the most powerful in Ireland, and they ruled over the kingdom of Fermanagh for centuries.
The name Maguire is predominantly used as a surname, although it can also be used as a first name. It is a gender-neutral name, meaning it can be used for both boys and girls. The pronunciation of Maguire is ma-GWIRE, with the emphasis on the second syllable. The name is relatively uncommon outside of Ireland, but it has gained popularity in recent years due to its use in popular culture.
The name Maguire is made up of two components: "Mac," which means "son of," and "Uidhir," which means "servant of St. Mary." The name has a rich history and is associated with the powerful Maguire clan in Ireland. Today, the name is used by people all over the world, and it is often used as a surname to honor their Irish heritage.