What is the etymology of Ma Dear?

Question

I'm Having a tatto in memory of my mother inscribed with "Ma Dear", this is what my brothers and I called her.

Answer 1

the partial name "MA" is a common root in indo-european languages, indicating "mother".  

"Dear" is a word of old English/German origin, meaning, essentially, "cherished".

"Ma Dear" is a lovely way of addressing your Mother, I am sure.

Answer 2

umm sloppiness when saying "my dear"lol

Answer 3

Mother Dear, or Dear Mother !