290 Celtic Baby Girl Names With Meanings

Celtic language is the language of the Celts, an Indo-European ethnolinguistic European group that shares cultural similarities with Europe. Celtic baby girl names originate in a long-standing, rich cultural history and mythology of this culture. These magnificent names, each with profound symbolic meanings steeped in nature, values, and mystical lore, have been given to us by this ancient civilization, which originated in the British Isles and other areas of Western Europe.

Celtic baby names are a mixture of Irish, Gaelic, Scottish, and Welsh names and have a uniquely timeless and magical feel. These names typically closely resemble nature and the elements, which speaks to the Celts' profound respect for their natural environment. Celtic naming patterns frequently derive their inspiration from mythical and legendary individuals, which is another important characteristic. In honor of the strong female characters from Celtic mythology, names like Rhiannon (a Welsh deity), Brigid (an Irish goddess), and Aine (a fairy queen in Irish folklore) are common (1).

Additionally, virtues or desirable traits are usually encapsulated in Celtic names; Aife implies beauty. These names are more than just labels; they are potent wishes or goals parents give their girls. In addition, it is typical in the Celtic culture to give females the names of their maternal grandparents, maintaining the matriarchal lineage. It's a tribute to their ancestry and a way to pay respect to the earlier generations. However, contemporary Celtic naming customs have developed, absorbing more diverse influences while holding onto their distinctive charm. As a result, we witness a lovely blending of old and modern tendencies.

Celtic baby girl names offer various evocative, distinctive, and culturally significant possibilities. They represent the Celts' close ties to nature, reverence for mythical characters, and appreciation of virtues. We present some elegant and charming Celtic names to help you select the best one for your little princess.

Name		Gender	Meaning
Aidan		Unisex	Little fire
Briana		Girl	High; Noble; Hill; Resolute
Brianna		Girl	Noble; Exalted
Gwendolyn		Girl	Fair Bow; Blessed Ring
Tara		Girl	Star
Abria		Girl	Strength or power; Father of many
Adelene		Girl	Graceful or noble
Aedion		Unisex	Noble and powerful warrior
Aelynn		Girl	Light; Graceful; Enchanting
Aerika		Unisex	Noble; Strong; Leader
Afric		Girl	Pleasant; Agreeable; Pleasing; Woman from Africa
Agnese		Girl	A variant of Agnes; Lamb
Aife		Girl	Beauty; A great warrior woman of myth; Variant of the name Aoife
Ailidh		Girl	Kind; Noble; Bright one; Light
Aimar		Unisex	Industrious
Airon		Unisex	Strong life
Aithne		Girl	Fire
Alaine		Unisex	Precious, radiant, graceful
Alane		Girl	Fair; Little rock; Harmony; Peace; A form of English name Alana
Alani		Girl	Little Rock; Harmony; Peace; Dear Child
Alanis		Girl	Little rock
Alanni		Unisex	Serene; Graceful; Precious
Allana		Girl	Little rock; Harmony; Peace; A variant form of the name Alana; Precious; Serene; Fair maiden or beautiful maiden
Alley		Girl	Little Rock; Harmony
Alline		Girl	Variant of Alana and Aline; Little rock; Harmony; Peace; Lovely; Of a noble kind
Aloura		Girl	Divine counselor
Alula		Unisex	First born
Alyn		Girl	Precious
Ardin		Unisex	Enthusiastic; Great forest
Arieen		Girl	A noble person who keeps the oath
Arlene		Girl	Oath; Pledge; Promise
Arlynn		Unisex	One who has a lot of aspirations; Pledge
Arowyn		Unisex	Graceful; Noble; Full of joy
Arren		Unisex	From the island
Arwan		Unisex	Enlightened; Bright
Aurian		Unisex	Golden; Dawn
Avalina		Girl	Beautiful bird who is filled with life and charm
Avarlon		Girl	A fruit which is found in paradise
Aveena		Unisex	Beautiful radiance
Ayre		Unisex	Heir to a fortune
Azlyn		Girl	Vision; Dream
Barra		Girl	Spear
Bedelia		Girl	Powerful; Strong; Exalted one; Form of Bridget
Bellicent		Girl	From Belenus a Celtic Sun God; Brilliant; Bright woman
Berget		Girl	Powerful; Strong; Exalted one; Form of Bridget
Berry		Girl	Fair headed; Spear; Mound; Dune; Noble and bright; Pale green gemstone; A variant of name Barrie
Birgit		Girl	The strong one
Bodicca		Girl	A woman who is a great victor
Boudibiua		Girl	A person who is born to win; victory
Boudicca		Girl	Victory in battle
Braedyn		Unisex	The heir or descendant of Bradan
Bre		Girl	Power and strength; Ability to subside others
Brea		Girl	Virtuous and strong as a hill
Breana		Girl	Virtuous and honorable
Breanna		Girl	Noble; Exalted; Resolute
Breanne		Girl	Hill; Power; Strength from God
Brei		Girl	Strength and power; Strong person
Breigh		Girl	Father of many; Strong and powerful
Brenyn		Girl	Teardrop
Briaca		Girl	Feminine form of Briac; Meaning disputed
Brigthwyna		Girl	Strong girl
Bryana		Girl	Noble, strong, virtuous; hill; She ascends
Bush		Unisex	A shrub or a plant with many branches or leaves
Caedan		Unisex	Warrior; Battlefield
Cambry		Unisex	Changeable; Exchange
Celt		Unisex	A musical and exotic name
Celtic		Unisex	Musical
Ciarra		Girl	Dark; not fair; dim; dusk
Collyns		Unisex	Victory; Defender
Conwenna		Girl	One who is white, fair, and blessed.
Cordelia		Girl	Jewel of sea; Heart of a lion
Coven		Unisex	Gathering or assembly of witches
Crad		Girl	Diminutive of Caradoc which means extremely adored, loved
Cutha		Girl	Comical person
Dalaney		Unisex	Challenger's descendant; Offspring
Dana		Girl	God is my judge; Pearl; Brave
Danu		Unisex	Liberal; Courageous
Davan		Unisex	A fascinating name
Deirdre		Girl	One who has a broken heart
Delainey		Unisex	Descendant of the challenger
Delia		Girl	Jewel of the sea
Deran		Unisex	Strong; Determined; Leader
Diva		Girl	A divine person; Beloved and beautiful
Draegan		Unisex	Beloved
Duna		Girl	Little dark one; one who is tall and confident like a hill
Dylynn		Girl	The one who immerged from the Sea
Eirin		Girl	Irish woman; one who is dynamic and restless
Eislyn		Girl	Dream; A beautiful and pretty rose
Ellion		Unisex	Strong; Noble; Virtuous
Elowin		Unisex	Elm tree; A variant of Elowen
Elowyn		Unisex	Elm tree
Emerine		Girl	Industrious leader
Endellion		Girl	Fire; Soul
Enid		Girl	Spirit
Enide		Girl	Fair; Spirit
Enyd		Girl	Spirit; Soul; Life
Ereni		Girl	A peaceful woman
Erian		Girl	Someone from Ireland
Erie		Girl	Somebody who belongs to Ireland
Erna		Girl	Eagle

Infographic: Pretty And Powerful Celtic Girl Names

Celts were among the oldest inhabitants of the British Isles. They had a rich culture, remnants of which we still see in several names from the region. These names are charming and brimming with energy, making them perfect for your daughter. Read this infographic and pick the perfect Celtic name for your daughter.

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