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Name Origin

Muriel is a feminine given name of Irish origin. It is derived from the Gaelic name 'Muireal', meaning 'sea-bright' or 'bright with joy'.

irishfemininejoyfulbrightsea

Famous People

Muriel Spark (1918-2006)

Novelist

  • Winner of the James Tait Black Memorial Prize
  • Author of acclaimed novels such as 'The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie' and 'Memento Mori'
  • Knighted in 1993

Muriel Stuart (1904-1965)

Actress

  • Starred in silent films
  • Appeared on Broadway

Muriel Bowser (1972-)

Politician

  • Mayor of Washington, D.C.
  • First woman elected mayor of Washington, D.C.

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