Mair

Mair is a Welsh feminine name derived from the Latin Maria, itself tracing back through Greek Mariam to the Hebrew name Miryam, whose exact meaning is debated but may relate to roots meaning beloved or sea of bitterness. It is the traditional Welsh form used in religious contexts, particularly as the name for the Virgin Mary in Welsh-language Christianity. The name has been continuously used in Wales throughout the medieval and modern periods. Related forms include Mairwen, Mari, and Mary.