449 Celtic Baby Boy Names With Meanings

Celtic boy names have a magical and musical feel to them. These names have their origin in Scotland, Wales, Ireland, England, and Northern Spain. Most of the modern Celtic names are unisex with tricky pronunciation. The Celts are the European tribes who occupied a major part of the north of the Alps during the Iron Age and were established in the British Isles during the fourth to second centuries B.C. The Celtic languages, including Gaelic, managed to endure for a more extended period in Ireland, Scotland, and Wales, despite facing invasions from the Romans, Germanic tribes, and Anglo-Saxons (1). Celtic culture, apart from conjuring visions of rocky, green hills in Ireland, brave heroes, and Scottish crags shrouded in ancient tales of battle, also gave birth to several adorable names. These names captivate hearts with their mystical charm and unique meanings. Celtic names found their way into different regions and cultures over time. They have ancestral origins tracing back to Europe, from the Danube to the Rhine and Douro Rivers. Celtic boy names like Aengus and Duncan have powerful meanings. These names have a timeless appeal and transport you to a different era and location. They encompass everything you could desire and are deeply infused with fascinating historical backgrounds.

It comes as no surprise that Celtic names have rocked the baby name charts in the US. Timeless, traditional, and rooted in ancestral heritage, these adorable names have won the hearts of parents through generations. Whether Celtic descendants or not, these names have passed the test of time, earning a top spot on the baby name radar. Here we have listed several common and exotic Celtic baby boy names. If you wish your baby to carry a name reflecting your Celtic Heritage or your love for the culture, find the best name from the below collection.

Name		Gender	Meaning
Bryok		Boy	A shortened form of Briafael; Mighty prince
Bush		Unisex	A shrub or a plant with many branches or leaves
Caedan		Unisex	Warrior; Battlefield
Cailum		Boy	Dove; Peaceful
Cairbre		Boy	Celtic boy's name
Cambry		Unisex	Changeable; Exchange
Caractacus		Boy	One who is loved
Carantok		Boy	Derived from karant and means friend
Caratacus		Boy	He is loved and cared for
Cars		Boy	A person who has war like characteristics; a fighter
Casek		Boy	A form of Cadok, battle
Casworon		Boy	Battle hero
Catavignus		Boy	A Celtic male name
Catguallaun		Boy	A leader of the Coeling dynasty
Caylus		Boy	Strong and masculine
Celt		Unisex	A musical and exotic name
Celtic		Unisex	Musical
Celvin		Boy	Bald
Chad		Boy	Battle; Warlike
Chadd		Boy	The saint who protects others
Cinuchan		Boy	One who is a chief
Cinuedu		Boy	Person who is a leader; A chief
Cistumucus		Boy	One who is chief
Cleland		Boy	A land that is made up of clay; clayland
Clvtorigi		Boy	A monument of Clutorrix
Clyde		Boy	Warm; Friendly; River Clyde
Collyns		Unisex	Victory; Defender
Commius		Boy	A historical king of the Belgian nation
Con		Boy	Heroic and wise; One who has lots of wisdom
Conal		Boy	Mighty; Ferocious; High in rank and looked upon by people
Conn		Boy	A high, mighty, and wise person; Who is a brave advisor
Connal		Boy	High; Mighty; Respectful; Ferocious; Respected by all
Connell		Boy	Mighty, high and is admired by all; One who is strong at battle
Conri		Boy	Strong-willed; determined; independent
Conroy		Boy	Persistent knowledge in all aspects; A wise person who has knowledge in every field
Conway		Boy	The hound or gaint of the mountains or plains
Coven		Unisex	Gathering or assembly of witches
Cowen		Boy	Twins; Hillside indent
Cuinn		Boy	A leader
Culann		Boy	Mythical name
Cunacenni		Boy	A doer
Cunobelinus		Boy	A Hound
Cunopectus		Boy	A diplomatic, pleasant person
Cunotamus		Boy	Name of the son of Cunotamus
Cynwrig		Boy	A born hero
Dalaney		Unisex	Challenger's descendant; Offspring
Danu		Unisex	Liberal; Courageous
Davan		Unisex	A fascinating name
Deedee		Boy	Heavenly; Divine
Delainey		Unisex	Descendant of the challenger
Deran		Unisex	Strong; Determined; Leader
Dillion		Boy	A faithful one; brightness of lord
Dinogad		Boy	A highly inspirational person; versatile
Diuma		Boy	Name of a bishop; Who won the truth
Donall		Boy	Stranger; Strong and efficient
Donat		Boy	They are the ones who are like gifts and are strangers
Donel		Boy	One who is the ruler of the world
Doran		Boy	Stranger; One who has a wandering spirit and is in exile
Dornard		Boy	They are the ones who rule the world
Draegan		Unisex	Beloved
Duane		Boy	Dark; Swarthy
Duer		Boy	Hero; Very mature and confident
Duncan		Boy	Dark-skinned warrior
Dunley		Boy	One who is from the hill meadow
Dwayne		Boy	Dark; Black
Dwyn		Boy	The God of peace and love
Ea		Boy	Fire; A person on whom others can rely on
Eliseo		Boy	God is salvation
Eljin		Boy	Freedom provider; one who is noble and white colored
Ellion		Unisex	Strong; Noble; Virtuous
Elowin		Unisex	Elm tree; A variant of Elowen
Elowyn		Unisex	Elm tree
Eoin		Boy	God's gift
Eonan		Boy	Oath; Little seal
Errigal		Boy	The name of an Irish mountain
Esca		Boy	Someone who feels strongly for nature
Escarans		Boy	An angel fish; Someone strongly attracted towards nature
Evan		Boy	God is gracious; Youth
Evanam		Boy	My prayer has been heard
Faelyn		Unisex	Fairy or magical strength
Faeryn		Unisex	Fair; Light
Farrel		Boy	Brave man
Farrell		Boy	Man of courage
Fergus		Boy	Man of strength
Ferguson		Boy	The son of the rock
Fiacre		Boy	He who is like an eagle
Flemmyng		Boy	A man from Flanders
Flemyng		Boy	A citizen; Descendant of Flanders
Floyd		Boy	Gray-haired
Fynbar		Boy	One with pale or grey-colored hair
Gallagher		Boy	The one who is very keen to support
Galvin		Boy	Tiny brownish European song bird
Garvey		Boy	Painful destiny; Excruciating fortune
Garyth		Boy	Honest, tender and caring person
Gaven		Boy	Snowy aggressor
Gawaine		Boy	A kind of bird hawk which is white in color
Gawan		Boy	Bird which has typically short rounded wings, a long tail and is white in color
Gawanna		Boy	One who is like a hawk
Gean		Unisex	Strength, determination, independence
Gildas		Boy	The servant of God

Infographic: Enchanting Celtic Baby Boy Names With Meanings

Unleash the magic of Celtic heritage with captivating baby boy names. Explore the list of chosen Celtic names, each with a story of mythology and timeless beauty. From the foggy moors of Ireland to the rocky highlands of Scotland, these fascinating names ring with a musical charm that combines ancient traditions with modern flair. Dive into this infographic for a world of captivating choices and discover the perfect name for your little warrior.

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