Maguire
Meaning
Son of Hugh/Gaelic.
Origin
Irish
Pronunciation
/məˈɡwɪər/
Traits associated with the name Maguire:
Dogs named Maguire tend to be loving, good-natured, and industrious. This name is also associated with companionship.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Maguire?
Naming your dog Maguire suggests that you have a strong appreciation for classic names and may have a sentimental attachment to the name. It could also suggest that you have a strong sense of loyalty and are devoted to your pet.
Is Maguire a good dog name?
Maguire has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. The name also ends in a vowel sound, so it's easy for dogs to recognize. Maguire isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!
Popularity: Overall
Maguire is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Maguire was, in the past month, the 2908th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of May 2025, Maguire is becoming a more popular moniker with new puppy owners. Our stats show that the name is more fashionable than it was at this time last year.
We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.
In the past week, Maguire was viewed 40 times, and liked 0 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Maguire's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Maguire is most adored in California, Florida and Arizona.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Illinois, Indiana and Kentucky.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Maguire.
Most popular breeds named Maguire:
- Cocker Spaniel
Maguire is found in these categories:
scottish
Derived from Gaelic, meaning "son of the beige one."
irish
A common surname originating from Gaelic Mac Uidhir, meaning "son of Odhar".
old-fashioned
Harkens back to days of classic Hollywood, think 1940s silver screen stars!
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