Munroe

Scottish

"mouth of the Roe river"

Munroe Origin and Meaning

The name Munroe is a boy's name.

Munroe is a masculine name of Scottish origin, derived from the Gaelic 'Rothach Mòr' meaning 'from the mouth of the Roe River' or simply 'from the red bog.' Originally a clan surname from the Scottish Highlands, it transitioned to a given name following the tradition of using family names as first names. Munroe projects strength, reliability, and a certain rugged elegance. While the spelling 'Monroe' is more common (famously associated with actress Marilyn Monroe), the 'Munroe' variation maintains a more traditional Scottish character. The name gained some popularity as a boys' name in the early 20th century but remains relatively uncommon, appealing to parents seeking a name with Celtic heritage and a distinguished sound.

Famous People Named Munroe

• (Frederick) Munroe Bourne Canadian Olympic swimmer
• Munroe Scott Canadian author and screenwriter
• (Edmund) Munroe Smith American jurist and historian

The name Munroe in Pop Culture

• Michael Munroe character from video game "Until Dawn"