Name Detail
Mairi
pearl of the highlands
Female
Scottish / Scottish Gaelic
2 syllables
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Name
Mairi
Origin
Scottish / Scottish Gaelic
Gender
Female
Meaning
pearl of the highlands
Detailed Meaning
Rare and precious, pearls found in Scottish rivers were considered gifts from water spirits. This name speaks to unique beauty and the treasures hidden in wild places.
A precious name that reflects the value placed on daughters in Highland families. Like pearls from Scottish waters, it represents something rare and treasured.
A precious name that reflects the value placed on daughters in Highland families. Like pearls from Scottish waters, it represents something rare and treasured.
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Syllable Breakdown
1. mai (prefix)
2. ri (suffix)
This breakdown helps explain how the final name is built and why it sounds the way it does.
Mairi Name Meaning and Style
Mairi is a female name of Scottish / Scottish Gaelic origin, meaning pearl of the highlands.
It appears in the Celtic, Highland, nature name collections and has 2 syllables. Browse the related Scottish / Scottish Gaelic names below for alternatives with a similar background.
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