Peers

Derived from the given name Hendrik.

Dutch cognate of Godafrid (see Godfrey).

Russian and Ukrainian diminutive of Aleksandr or Aleksandra.

From the title Marquis of Lorne, which was based on the Scottish place name Lorne, itself possibly derived from the name of the legendary king of Dál Riata, Loarn mac Eirc. This was the title of the first Governor General of Canada, where it has since been most frequently used as a given name. A famous bearer was the Canadian actor Lorne Greene (1915-1987).

People with the name Mara have a deep inner desire for love and companionship, and want to work with others to achieve peace and harmony.