Mairi is a variant of the name Mary, which has been a popular name across cultures for centuries. Mairi is derived from the Gaelic form of the name Mary, which has Hebrew origins (Miryam), but it is primarily associated with Scottish and Gaelic meanings such as 'of the sea' and 'bitter.', meaning "bitter" or "wished-for child. " Over time, the name has evolved through various spellings and cultural adaptations. In Scotland, Mairi is a common variant, often associated with Scottish Gaelic traditions.
