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By Pamela Redmond · Jul 2026

Mare

OriginVariation of Maria and Mary
Meaning"drop of the sea; bitter; beloved; love"
GenderGirl
Also a boy's nameShow me Mare as a boy's name
NB Rank#2612

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Variation of Maire

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