Mhairi or Mhàiri is a Scottish female given name, ultimately derived from the name Mary. Etymologically, it is an erroneous form, based on the Scottish Gaelic vocative form a Mhàiri (pronounced ), from the nominative Màiri . In Scottish English it is usually pronounced , though it can be pronounced . Variations of this form also occur, such as Mhari or Mhairie.
Notable people with this name Mhairi-Louise Hickey, singer and songwriter Mhairi McKay, Scottish golfer Mhairi Spence, modern pentathlete Mhairi Black, former MP for Paisley and Renfrewshire South Mhairi McFarlane, novelist
See also Mairi (disambiguation)
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