Munroe
m(u)-nroe,
mun-roe
US Popularity:27665
Origin:Scottish
Other Origin(s):Gaelic
Meaning:Man from Ro; From the mouth of the Roe; Red-haired tonsured one
Help baby connect to the beauty of the earth by naming them Munroe. This gender-neutral title has Scottish roots and is a respelling of Monroe or Munro. Meaning "man from Ro" or "from the mouth of the Roe," Munroe was once a last name given to those who lived near the River Roe in Northern Ireland. Other sources link Munroe to Maolruadh, a Gaelic moniker that translates to "red-haired tonsured one." Though this definition is unlikely to describe your little one's appearance, it presents quite an image! If you envision visiting tranquil rivers and wetlands with your tiny tot, the name Munroe will follow you (and them) with every babble.
How Popular Is The Name Munroe?
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2022
Gender:
Girl
#16959
in 2022
- 16959
from 2021
Sources
Ancestry, Munroe Family History
Ancestry, Munro Family History
Behind the Name, Munroe, April 2024
Behind the Name, Monroe, January 2022
Name Doctor, Munroe
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