Maguire is an Irish surname and given name, derived from the Gaelic word 'Maguire', which means 'son of fire'. It was traditionally used as a patronymic, indicating that the bearer was the son of a red-haired father. The name has been adopted by various families in Ireland over generations, with notable bearers including actors Pierce Brosnan and Laurence Maguire, and footballer Harry Maguire.
"The name Maguire experienced a notable decline in popularity between the years 2000 and 2011, with only five instances of births recorded each year during that period. However, there has been a resurgence since then, with totals ranging from six to nine births annually."