Moira
girl name#2036 in 2025Moira entered the US charts in 1913, peaked at #832 in 1965, ranks #2036 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1913–2025
#2036
rank today
#832
peak (1965)
93
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3553 |
| 1920s | #3786 |
| 1930s | #2283 |
| 1940s | #1817 |
| 1950s | #1086 |
| 1960s | #969 |
| 1970s | #1523 |
| 1980s | #1784 |
| 1990s | #1607 |
| 2000s | #1650 |
| 2010s | #1774 |
| 2020s | #1870 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Moira has been most popular in CA, TX, PA.
Living bearers
About 7,300 people named Moira are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Moira alive today was born around 1993, making them about 32 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Moira in 2025?
- Moira ranks #2036 among US girl names in 2025, with 93 babies given the name.
- When was the name Moira most popular?
- Moira peaked in 1965, reaching #832 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Moira with classmates?
- Moira will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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