Names with Irish Gaelic Origins

This page presents a comprehensive list of 293 Irish Gaelic names, each with its unique meaning and pronunciation. From traditional to contemporary, these names embody the rich heritage and enduring legacy of the Irish people.

Meaning of Irish Gaelic Names

Irish Gaelic names, rooted in the ancient language of Ireland, carry profound meanings that reflect the culture, beliefs, and landscapes of the Emerald Isle.

When selecting a name, delve into the evocative origins of Irish Gaelic, where names whisper tales of history, nature, and enduring traditions.

Top 10 Irish Gaelic Names

Top 10 Most Popular Irish Gaelic Names in 2024
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  1. Quincy: Fifth-born son (Irish), oak wood (Latin)

  2. Kade: Battle (Irish), Judge (Arabic)

  3. Flynn: Irish, "descendant of Flann"; "red" or "ruddy"

  4. - Old English: "roe deer enclosure" or "deer meadow" - Norman French: "council meadow" - Germanic: "counselor's meadow" - Irish Gaelic: "descendant of Raghallach"

  5. Donn: Irish for "brown" or "dark," symbolizing stability, grounding, and connection to nature.

  6. Tiernan: Irish Gaelic origin, meaning "lord" or "master."

  7. Oneal: Descendant of a champion (Irish Gaelic)

  8. Kylar: Irish Gaelic origin, meaning "battler" or "warrior"

  9. Paddy: Irish diminutive of Patrick, meaning "devout soul."

  1. Kayla: Keeper of the keys, with wisdom, resilience, and ancestral roots

  2. Bridget: Celtic origin meaning "exalted one" or "strength," associated with the Celtic goddess of poetry, healing, and smithcraft.

  3. Regan: Irish Gaelic for "king" or "ruler"

  4. Slender one who heals or narrow strait by the forest

  5. Earline: Variant of Eileen, from Irish "Eibhlín" meaning "beautiful fairy" or "radiant one."

  6. Wealthy, oak tree, gift of God, dark

  7. Kenna: "Fair-haired chief" (Irish), "Beautiful" or "pure" (Welsh)

  8. Miah: Exalted, praised, or warlike.

293 Names of Irish Gaelic Origin

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