Irish Girl Names With Meanings
1186 names with meanings and origins.
Irish names have Gaelic roots, distinctive spellings and lovely meanings rooted in nature and legend. These 1186 Irish girl names (including unisex names) are listed A to Z; use the letter links to jump to a starting letter.
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Girl · Irish · “An Irish form of the name Abigail, it carries the joyous meaning of a father's joy or one who brings happiness.”
Unisex · Irish · “Noble; from the oak tree ford; from the ford by the oak trees; from the oak tree ford. uncertain origin. may be a variant of edgar, or from the gaelic for oak tree ford. used for many hundreds of years as both surname and first name”
Girl · Irish · “An Irish name meaning daughter of Eire. It is a modern variation of Erin, which serves as a poetic name for Ireland.”
Girl · Irish · “An Old English name famously belonging to the sister of King Edward the Elder. She was a powerful ruler and military leader of the Mercians.”
Girl · Irish · “Wife of king ecgfrith; an old english name from aethel meaning noble and thryth meaning strength”
Girl · Irish · “An Irish name that conveys a personality that is pleasant, agreeable, and easy to be around.”
Unisex · Irish · “Pleasant, from africa; agreeable; pleasant”
Unisex · Irish · “A unisex name of Irish origin meaning 'from the Afton River.' It gained literary fame through the poetry of Robert Burns.”
Girl · Irish · “This Irish feminine name translates to from the field of the sloe bushes, referencing a specific natural landscape.”
Girl · Irish · “An Irish name that translates to 'from the great field.' It describes a person living near or originating from an expansive area of land.”
Girl · Irish · “This Irish name describes a specific location, meaning the field of the old tree.”
Girl · Irish · “Aghavilla is a charming name, meaning 'from the field of the old tree.' It evokes a sense of ancient wisdom, natural beauty, and a deep connection to the land.”
Girl · Irish · “This is the Irish form of the name Agnes, which traditionally means pure or chaste.”
Unisex · Irish · “Fiery; little fire, ardent. aidan was popular in ireland in the 7th century after the famous irish monk aidan, and was revived in the early 19th century. it is used as a female name as well; little fire. commonly used as a female name as well; help, intelligent”
Girl · Irish · “A name from Irish mythology referring to a great warrior woman and princess of the legends.”
Girl · Irish · “This is the Irish Gaelic form of the name Agnes. It is derived from the Greek word 'hagnos', meaning pure or chaste.”
Girl · Irish · “Handsome; variant of alan: fair; handsome. famous bearer: u.s. actor alan alda”
Girl · Irish · “Bright; shining light”
Girl · Irish · “A lovely variant of Evelyn, this name carries a timeless charm, offering a sweet and elegant choice for your little one.”
Girl · Irish · “Noble; sweet; noble, kind; variant of alice: of the nobility. from the german adalheidis meaning nobility, and the french adeliz which is a form of adelaide; the scottish gaelic form of alice”
Girl · Irish · “This is the Irish Gaelic form of the name Amelia. It carries a sense of industriousness and grace within the Irish language.”
Unisex · Irish · “Manly, courageous; feminine form of andrew: brave; manly. famous bearer: prince andrew”
Girl · Irish · “An Irish name that means brightness, joy, or fire, often associated with light and radiance in Celtic lore.”
Girl · Irish · “Reference to virgin mary; refers to the virgin mary”
Unisex · Irish · “A unisex Irish name meaning nobleman. It is an ancient name that denotes a person of high rank and dignity.”
Girl · Irish · “Dream, vision”
Girl · Irish · “Ardent. variant of eshne: little fire, from irish gaelic”
Unisex · Irish · “Defender of man.”
Girl · Irish · “Beautiful, peaceful; feminine form of alan meaning harmony, stone, or noble; this name of uncertain origin may be a feminine form of man, or derived from the irish gaelic word for child”
Girl · Irish · “Beautiful. dear child; beautiful, peaceful; this name of uncertain origin may be a feminine form of man, or derived from the irish gaelic word for child; feminine form of alan meaning harmony, stone, noble, or fair”
Girl · Irish · “An Irish name that means bright, beautiful, or a dear child, often used as a variant of Elaine.”
Unisex · Irish · “This Irish masculine name refers to an early saint. It is traditionally linked to the town of Cashel and the name Ailbe.”
Girl · Irish · “Alone; fair, good-looking; fair, good-looking. feminine of allen or variant of helen”
Girl · Irish · “Alone; fair, good-looking; fair, good-looking. feminine of allen or variant of helen”
Girl · Irish · “An Irish female name meaning beautiful and dear child, serving as a variation of the name Alana.”
Unisex · Irish · “Noble; truth, noble; variant of adelaide: nobility. french form of the old german adalheidis, a compound of athal (noble) and haida (hood). adelaide, the capital of south australia, was named after queen adelaide, 19th century king william ivs consort; from the old german adalheidis meaning nobility. also sweet; of the”
Girl · Irish · “Fair; alone; bright; beautiful; noble, kind; diminutive of adeline, from the old german athal meaning noble”
Girl · Irish · “Alone; fair, good-looking; fair, good-looking. feminine of allen or variant of helen; diminutive of adeline, from the old german athal meaning noble”
Girl · Irish · “Fair, good-looking; fair, good-looking. feminine of allen or variant of helen”
Girl · Irish · “Bright; attractive, peaceful; fair, good-looking. feminine of allen or variant of helen”
Unisex · Irish · “Of noble birth; diminutive of alan: harmony, stone, or noble. also fair, handsome. originally a saints name, it was reintroduced to britain during the norman conquest, remained popular throughout the middle ages, and was revived in the 19th century; diminutive of alison: a 13th century variant of alice meaning nobility”
Unisex · Irish · “Handsome; bright; variant of alan: fair; handsome. also both a diminutive of albert (noble, bright) and an abbreviation of names beginning with al-”
Unisex · Irish · “Good; all good; soul; spirit; soul. rarely used before the 1854 crimean war battle of alma, but subsequently very fashionable; apple”
Girl · Irish · “Noble; of the nobility; from the old german adalheidis meaning nobility. also sweet; a form of the german alice, meaning nobility”
Girl · Irish · “Truly golden the feminine form of aneurin; feminine form of aneurin: uncertain origin, but may be derived from the latin honorius meaning man of honour, or from the welsh eur meaning gold”
Girl · Irish · “Joy; grace and beauty; beautiful grace; variant of annabel: variant of the latin amabel. edgar allan poes poem annahel lee made the form annabel popular throughout the english-speaking world in the 19th century. the form annabelle became popular in the mid-2oth century”
Girl · Irish · “The Irish form of the name Annabel, which means one who is lovable or easy to love.”
Girl · Irish · “This Irish name refers to the mythical otherworld or the realm of the spirits in ancient folklore.”
Girl · Irish · “A variation of the Irish name for the mythical otherworld, representing a supernatural realm beyond our own.”
Girl · Irish · “A form of the greek anastasia, meaning ressurection”
Girl · Irish · “Beautiful, radiant”
Girl · Irish · “An Irish name that signifies a fort on the hill. It likely refers to a specific geographic landmark or defensive settlement.”
Girl · Irish · “Ardena is a name of aspiration, meaning 'lofty' and 'eager,' suggesting a high-minded and enthusiastic spirit.”
Girl · Irish · “Lofty. eager; warm;. eager; lofty; lofty eager”
Girl · Irish · “An oath; variant of carlene and charlene”
Girl · Irish · “An oath; a pledge; variant of carlene and charlene; variant of aline: diminutive of adeline, from the old german athal meaning noble; derived from a feminine diminutive of charles, meaning manly. a medieval given name”
Girl · Irish · “An Irish name meaning oath, often considered a derivative of Carlene or Charlene. It represents a solemn promise or vow.”
Girl · Irish · “An oath; pledge; derived from a feminine diminutive of charles, meaning manly. a medieval given name; variant of carlene and charlene”
Girl · Irish · “An Irish name meaning an oath. It has roots as a medieval given name and signifies a solemn promise or pledge.”
Girl · Irish · “An oath; oath; derived from a feminine diminutive of charles, meaning manly. a medieval given name”
Girl · Irish · “An oath; variant of carlene and charlene”
Girl · Irish · “An oath; girl; oath; variant of carlene and charlene; derived from a feminine diminutive of charles, meaning manly. a medieval given name”
Unisex · Irish · “Of Irish origin, this name refers to a high fort and serves as a place name. It is used for both boys and girls.”
Unisex · Irish · “Oath; variant of arlen: gaelic word meaning pledge; promise; oath; derived from carlene and charlene”
Unisex · Irish · “Strong as a bear; noble strength a bear; bear hero; from the roman clan name artorius, meaning noble, courageous. famous bearer: legendary sixth century king arthur of britain and his round table of knights. this legend dates to the early 9th century; derived from celtic artos meaning bear”
Unisex · Irish · “From the oak tree ford; from the ford at the oak tree”
Girl · Irish · “An Irish unisex name meaning strong as a bear. It is often a nickname for names like Arthur or Art.”
Girl · Irish · “An Irish feminine form of Augustine, derived from the Latin for great, venerable, or majestic.”
Girl · Irish · “Avonmora is a lovely name meaning 'from the great river', suggesting a flowing, deep, and ever-moving spirit.”
Girl · Irish · “Majestic, or revered the welsh form of augusta”
Girl · Irish · “Of Irish origin, this name refers to a vision or a dream, suggesting an imaginative or prophetic nature.”
Girl · Irish · “Of Irish origin, this name represents an angel of God who was sent down to Earth.”
Girl · Irish · “An Irish Gaelic form of Barbara, this female name translates to a stranger or someone from a foreign land.”
Unisex · Irish · “This name signifies a noble warrior and is associated with Aldebaran, the brightest star in the Taurus constellation.”
Unisex · Irish · “Fair-haired; lives at the barrier; feminine form of barry: pointed object”
Unisex · Irish · “This Irish unisex name translates to the little one or small. It is often used as a term of endearment or a descriptor for a child.”
Girl · Irish · “Strength; a variant of bridget, meaning the high one or strength. famous bearer: 6th century irish abbess brigid )known as st bridget or st bride) founded irelands first womens religious community; a variant of bridget, who was the mythic celtic goddess of fire and poetry”
Girl · Irish · “This is the Gaelic and Irish form of the classic name Beatrice, meaning bringer of joy.”
Girl · Irish · “This Irish name is a derivative of Bearach, meaning spearlike, often used as a surname or given name.”
Girl · Irish · “Splendid; variant of bridget; glorious, intelligent”
Girl · Irish · “Splendid; intelligent; bright; variant of bertha: from old english beorht meaning bright. in use since the norman conquest. in world war i a german howitzer was nicknamed big bertha”
Girl · Irish · “An Irish feminine name meaning fair lady or singer. It is a melodious name that highlights both physical beauty and vocal talent.”
Girl · Irish · “Splendid or strong; a variation of the name bridget”
Girl · Irish · “An Irish or Celtic name associated with the Queen of the Iceni who led an uprising against Rome. It translates to victory.”
Girl · Irish · “A variant of Boudicca, this name represents the victorious queen of the Iceni tribe. It is a symbol of female strength and triumph.”
Unisex · Irish · “Yellow haired; blond. famous bearer: british pop star david bowie”
Unisex · Irish · “From tbe broad island; spirited; broad shouldered”
Unisex · Irish · “Little raven; derived from a surname and place name based on the old english for hill covered with broom. broom is a prolific weed. also, from the beacon hill”
Girl · Irish · “A name from Irish legend, specifically the character who served as a handmaid to Isolde. It is rooted in Celtic folklore and mythology.”
Girl · Irish · “Sister of bendigeidfran; beautiful, or a holy raven; beautiful raven. branwen was heroine of one of the tales of the mabinogion”
Girl · Irish · “This Irish female name signifies beauty beyond sight. It is often considered a shortened form of Brianna or a variation of the word for hill.”
Unisex · Irish · “A unisex Irish name meaning sword, brave, or little raven. It is a variant of the traditional name Brendan, signifying a warrior spirit.”
Unisex · Irish · “Fairy palace; fairy palace. also variant of brianna and sabrina”
Girl · Irish · “Fairy land; fairy palace. also variant of brianna and sabrina”
Girl · Irish · “Little raven.”
Girl · Irish · “Little raven; sword; from the norse, meaning sword or torch, this name was originally used only in the shetland isles of scotland, but spread to other parts of the english-speaking world after brenda appeared as a heroine in sir walter scotts 1822 novel the pirate; feminine form of brendan: prince, little raven, or bea”
Girl · Irish · “A guiding name that means 'beacon on the hill,' symbolizing a guiding light for others.”
Girl · Irish · “This Irish name is a feminine derivative of Brendan. It shares the same roots that evoke imagery of royalty, bravery, or a traveler.”
Girl · Irish · “An Irish feminine name meaning raven or little raven. It is the female counterpart to Brennan and is associated with dark-haired beauty.”
Girl · Irish · “This name of Irish origin refers to a maiden with dark hair, combining the elements of beauty and deep coloration.”
Unisex · Irish · “A breton; briton; a native of brittany: (france) or britain: (england). derived from the surname breton or briton, brett and bret became popular first names after 19th-century us writer bret harte. brett became very popular in australia in the mid-20th century; brit. a native of england: (britain) or france: (brittany)”
Girl · Irish · “From britain; brit. a native of england: (britain) or france: (brittany)”
Girl · Irish · “An Irish female name meaning pure and spirited. It suggests a personality that is both untainted in character and full of lively energy.”
Girl · Irish · “Fortitude and strength; she ascends. feminine of brian; strong. she ascends. feminine of brian”
Girl · Irish · “She ascends; she ascends. feminine of brian; strong. she ascends. feminine of brian”
Girl · Irish · “Strong one; she ascends. feminine of brian; strong. she ascends. feminine of brian”
Girl · Irish · “She ascends; she ascends. feminine of brian; strong. she ascends. feminine of brian”
Girl · Irish · “Strong one; she ascends. feminine of brian; strong. she ascends. feminine of brian”
Girl · Irish · “She ascends; she ascends. feminine of brian; strong. she ascends. feminine of brian”
Girl · Irish · “Protective; a variant of the celtic bridget, meaning strong. although bride was once a common name in england and scotland, it is rarely seen today”
Girl · Irish · “An Irish female name serving as a variant of Bridget, which historically refers to 'the exalted one' or power.”
Girl · Irish · “Strong; diminutive of bride: a variant of the celtic bridget, meaning strong. although bride was once a common name in england and scotland, it is rarely seen today”
Girl · Irish · “She ascends; she ascends. feminine of brian; strong. she ascends. feminine of brian”
Girl · Irish · “She ascends; she ascends. feminine of brian; strong. she ascends. feminine of brian”
Girl · Irish · “An Irish name meaning strong or the bearer of light. It is famously associated with the Celtic goddess and the patron saint of Ireland.”
Girl · Irish · “Exalted one”
Girl · Irish · “Strong; derived from the irish name brighid, meaning the high one or strength. brighid was a mythological celtic goddess of fire and poetry. this name has been used regularly in the british isles since the 17th century.strength”
Girl · Irish · “An Irish name that carries meanings of defender or strength. It can also refer to a boundary line or someone who protects.”
Unisex · Irish · “Strong or from britain; from the name brittania”
Girl · Irish · “Strong or from britain; from the name brittania”
Girl · Irish · “An Irish and Scandinavian name meaning 'strong' or 'high goddess.' It is often a diminutive form of Birgitta or Bridget.”
Girl · Irish · “From britain.”
Unisex · Irish · “A unisex Irish name meaning brother or second son. In some contexts, it also refers to a ditch or a muddy place in the Gaelic language.”
Unisex · Irish · “This Irish unisex name means sturdy and strong. It is derived from a Gaelic word for a small shoe, historically used as a rugged and practical descriptor.”
Girl · Irish · “She ascends; strong. she ascends. feminine of brian; she ascends. feminine of brian”
Girl · Irish · “She ascends; strong. she ascends. feminine of brian; she ascends. feminine of brian”
Girl · Irish · “Strong one; strong. she ascends. feminine of brian; she ascends. feminine of brian”
Girl · Irish · “A feminine name taken from the name of one of the Isles of Scilly. It is considered to have Cornish and Irish associations.”
Girl · Irish · “Rooted in Irish tradition, this name paints a vivid picture of a beacon or a shining light positioned on top of a hill.”
Unisex · Irish · “A name of Irish and Welsh origin meaning a small hill or one who comes from the hill.”
Girl · Irish · “Slender. variant of caley or cailley: (french) from the forest”
Unisex · Irish · “Victorious people; contemporary variant of cailean child”
Girl · Irish · “Slender. variant of caley or cailley: (french) from the forest”
Unisex · Irish · “The child; triumphant in battle; triumphant in war; virile. contemporary variant of cailean child; young dog, or child. scottish gaelic”
Girl · Irish · “This female name of Irish origin simply translates to girl or lass, often used as a gentle and affectionate descriptor.”
Girl · Irish · “Slender. variant of caley or cailley: (french) from the forest”
Girl · Irish · “Girl; lass; girl; contemporary variant of cailean child”
Girl · Irish · “Slender. variant of caley or cailley: (french) from the forest”
Girl · Irish · “An Irish form of the name Christina, meaning a follower of Christ. It is a traditional Gaelic version of the widespread religious name.”
Girl · Irish · “Pure; variant of katherine, meaning pure; variation of katherine meaning pure”
Girl · Irish · “An Irish feminine name derived from Katherine. It shares the classic meaning of being pure.”
Girl · Irish · “A feminine variant of Caitlin with Irish roots. Like its parent name Katherine, it translates to pure.”
Girl · Irish · “Virginal; pure. an irish gaelic variant of catherine from the old french form of the name”
Girl · Irish · “A spelling variation of the Irish name Caitlin. It is derived from the name Katherine and means pure.”
Girl · Irish · “A modern Irish-influenced name for girls. It is a variant of Katherine, signifying purity.”
Girl · Irish · “Form of catherine - pure; form of the greek catherine meaning pure; variant of katherine, meaning pure”
Girl · Irish · “Slender; brave warrior; contemporary variant of cailean child”
Girl · Irish · “This Irish name traditionally means one who is powerful in battle. It can also be associated with the concept of chatter or a talkative nature.”
Girl · Irish · “Derived from cayley meaning from the forest; variant of cayley meaning from the forest”
Unisex · Irish · “Lark; beautiful; variant of cayley meaning from the forest. note: this database is copyright 2000, muse creations inc; variant of cayley meaning from the forest”
Girl · Irish · “This Irish name is a variant of Callen, used to describe a woman who is powerful and strong in battle.”
Unisex · Irish · “Bent nose; crooked. from the celtic cameron meaning crooked nose. nickname of a highland chieftain with a crooked nose; derives from a scottish surname; from the gaelic meaning crooked or bent nose. a common first name in scotland, and in 2oth century canadian and australian families of scottish descent; crooked nose. ”
Girl · Irish · “Crooked nose.”
Unisex · Irish · “Crooked line.”
Girl · Irish · “An Irish name derived from Camey, which translates to champion. It carries the connotation of a victor or a high achiever.”
Girl · Irish · “This elegant name means slender and comely, suggesting grace and beauty for your little one.”
Girl · Irish · “Gentle, beautiful”
Girl · Irish · “Friend; dearest; dear, beloved. from the feminine form of the italian cara or the latin carus; feminine variant of charles: manly”
Unisex · Irish · “From the fortress; pure; abbreviation of carol and caroline from the masculine charles meaning manly; near the castle; from the castle”
Unisex · Irish · “This Irish name translates to a little champion or a small, courageous man.”
Unisex · Irish · “A unisex name of Irish origin that traditionally refers to a lord or protector of a castle.”
Unisex · Irish · “Manly; an irish surname; variant of charles meaning manly; variant of carlin: small champion”
Unisex · Irish · “Place name and surname; town of the marsh”
Unisex · Irish · “Champion; variant of carroll: man. famous bearer: late television actor carroll oconnor”
Girl · Irish · “A feminine Irish name meaning love. It is considered a variant of the name Carol and is associated with joy and affection.”
Unisex · Irish · “From the fortress; pure; from the castle. loving; stream. cary became a popular masculine first name in mid-2oth century because of actor cary grant, whose real name was archibald leach”
Unisex · Irish · “Brave, vigilant”
Girl · Irish · “Variant of cassidy: intelligent; from caiside; curly-headed”
Unisex · Irish · “An Irish name meaning 'clever' or 'curly-headed.' It stems from an Irish surname denoting descendants of the ingenious one.”
Girl · Irish · “An Irish feminine variant of Caitlin. It is rooted in the name Katherine and means pure.”
Girl · Irish · “Form of the greek catherine meaning pure”
Girl · Irish · “A streamlined Irish spelling of Caitlin. It is a derivative of Katherine, meaning pure.”
Girl · Irish · “A feminine name of Irish origin. It is a variation of the name Katherine and signifies purity.”
Girl · Irish · “An Irish-derived name for girls. It is a variant of the name Katherine, which means pure.”
Unisex · Irish · “Variant of casey: observant; alert; vigorous”
Girl · Irish · “Caylan beautifully signifies 'victorious people,' suggesting a child destined for triumph and success, supported by love.”
Girl · Irish · “Slender. variant of caley or cailley: (french) from the forest”
Girl · Irish · “Slender. variant of caley or cailley: (french) from the forest”
Girl · Irish · “This Irish-origin name for girls is a modern variant meaning girl or lass, reflecting a youthful and feminine identity.”
Unisex · Irish · “A traditional Irish unisex name meaning warrior or bright-headed, also serving as the root for the name Kelly.”
Girl · Irish · “An Irish and Welsh female name meaning blessed and fair. It is often compared to the beauty of gems.”
Girl · Irish · “An Irish feminine name that is associated with maternal divinity and the concept of the mother goddess.”
Girl · Irish · “Fair poetry; from cerdd meaning poetry and gwen meaning fair or white. famous bearer: ceridwen, the welsh goddess of poetic inspiration”
Girl · Irish · “Abbreviation of christine. follower of christ; abbreviation of christine follower of christ”
Unisex · Irish · “A follower of christ; christian; diminutives of any masculine or feminine name begining with christ-, for example christahel, christian, or christopher”
Girl · Irish · “Dark-haired”
Girl · Irish · “Archaic; variant of sibyl; in greek mythology a name for prophetess or fortune-teller”
Unisex · Irish · “Variant of clancy: the red-haired soldiers son; ruddy warrior”
Girl · Irish · “From the greek cleone daughter of a river god”
Girl · Irish · “River name”
Unisex · Irish · “Warm; from the name of scottish clyde river”
Girl · Irish · “Derived from the Irish word cailín, this common name simply means girl or Irish girl. It gained wide usage in the English-speaking world during the 20th century.”
Girl · Irish · “An Irish feminine name meaning dove of the church, derived from the Latin word columba.”
Girl · Irish · “An Irish male name derived from the word Colm. It represents a dove, which is a traditional symbol of peace and purity.”
Girl · Irish · “An Irish feminine name of Latin origin. It refers to the Immaculate Conception of the Virgin Mary.”
Girl · Irish · “A feminine Irish form of Connor, signifying a person who is exceptionally strong-willed.”
Girl · Irish · “An Irish name and feminine variation of Connor, meaning a woman of strong will and determination.”
Girl · Irish · “A feminine Irish variant of the name Connor, used to describe a strong-willed individual.”
Unisex · Irish · “A unisex Irish name meaning high, mighty, or constant. It suggests a person of strong, unwavering character.”
Unisex · Irish · “Brave or wise.”
Irish naming traditions
Irish surnames with Ó ('grandson of') and Mac ('son of') show the old Gaelic patronymic system. Many Irish given names have both a Gaelic spelling and an English version, such as Seán and John, or Siobhán and Joan. The spellings follow Irish sounds, so Niamh is said 'Neev' and Caoimhe 'Kee-va'. Names of saints (Patrick, Brigid), heroes from myth (Oisín, Fionn) and nature words are common. Traditionally the eldest son was often named after his paternal grandfather.
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