189 Enchanting Gaelic Girl Names
Elevate your baby girl's name with the magic of Gaelic tradition.
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Gaelic baby girl names are unique and appealing in their own right. It is considered to be the founding language of Scotland and its origins can be traced back to the 10th Century (1). Gaelic language is usually spoken by the Gales who are the indigenous inhabitants of Ireland and Scotland. Gaelic is a group of Celtic languages that comprises Irish, Manx, and Scottish. Though the Gales occupied a small piece of land compared to the mainland, they have played an important part in the history of the nation. Over the centuries, Gaelish culture has been influenced by other cultures that they came in contact with. One of the oldest influences can be traced back to the time of Vikings who conquered and settled among the Gales and led to the formation of the Norse Gaels. Another major influence was after the invasion of Anglo-Normans.
All of these influxes and invasions led to an amalgamation of traditions and cultures. All of the subsequent conquests and invasions lead to modifications of the traditions and customs which had a strong impact on the naming system and the names that were adopted. The Gales were strong and rugged people who scratched a living off the land. They lived in close proximity to nature and even practiced nature worship long before the spread of Christianity. This reverence for nature reflects on the Gaelic names as well.
The Gales are known for their thick accent, kilts, pale skin, icy blue eyes, and pale or red hair. Some of the names that they bestowed upon their children were also self-explanatory and were often based on the physical traits of the child. Some popular Gaelic baby girl names that are still in use are Rosina meaning ‘woman who is like a little rose,’ Ciarran meaning ‘one who is dark and dusky,’ and Darthula meaning ‘beautiful eyes.’ Check out this comprehensive list of names and save a few for future reference.
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| Name | Gender | Meaning | |
|---|---|---|---|
 |  Girl | Boomerang; Narrows; Channel; Strait | |
| | Girl | Little rock; Handsome; Orange tree or orange fruit; Peaceful; Fragrant | |
| | Girl | Passion; Fury; Hero; Cloud | |
| | Girl | The one born of fire; Beautiful; Good | |
| | Girl | Child of Coinneach; Beautiful; Good | |
| | Girl | Primrose; Hill | |
| | Girl | Narrows; Channel; Strait; Victorious | |
| | Girl | Field; Plain; Battlefield | |
| | Girl | Boomerang; Narrows; Channel; Strait | |
| | Girl | Clever; Curly-haired | |
| | Girl | The exalted one; Power; Strength; Virtue | |
| | Girl | Primrose; Hill | |
| | Girl | Liberty; Freedom | |
| | Girl | Keeper of the keys; Rare beauty; Social celebration; Slender | |
| | Girl | Boomerang; Narrows; Channel; Strait | |
| | Girl | Dark-haired; Dark-complexioned; Black; Mountain range; Bright; Famous | |
| |  Unisex | Land of Eoghan; People's ruler; Trespasser; Thunder; From a rocky cliff | |
| | Girl | To excel; To shine; Clever; Curly-haired | |
| | Girl | Narrows; Channel; Strait | |
| | Girl | Raven-haired; Sword | |
| | Unisex | Land of the Irish; Abundant land | |
| | Girl | Pure; Slender; Keeper of the keys | |
| | Girl | Garden; Orchard; Fertile land | |
| | Girl | Pure; Slender; Lake | |
| | Girl | Wish; Noble one; Who lasts forever; Solitary | |
| | Girl | Ancient; Enduring one; Light; God is gracious | |
| | Girl | Son of Cionaodh | |
| | Girl | Delicate; To rejoice; Pure; Clearing | |
| | Girl | Lamb; Universal; Happy | |
| | Girl | Pearl | |
| | Girl | The exalted one; Power; Strength; Virtue | |
| | Girl | Maiden; To play; Carry around | |
| | Girl | Abundant land; From Ireland; Peace | |
| | Girl | Little rock; Handsome; O child | |
| | Girl | Crooked; Crooked nose | |
| | Girl | Torch; Moon; The other Aenor | |
| | Girl | Noble; Little rock; To shine; Delicate | |
| | Girl | Narrows; Channel; Strait; Lake | |
| | Girl | To rejoice; Rock; Cliff; Fiery | |
| | Girl | Pearl | |
| | Girl | Beautiful; Good; Fire-born | |
| | Unisex | Narrows; Channel; Strait; Happiness | |
| | Girl | Pearl | |
| | Girl | Gentle; Beloved; Dear | |
| | Girl | Narrows; Channel; Strait | |
| | Unisex | Handsome; Beautiful; Good | |
| | Girl | Ireland; Fairy; Starflower; Favor; Village; Greens; That one | |
| | Girl | Valley; Good | |
| | Girl | Woman of wisdom | |
| | Girl | Cauldron; Curly-haired; Maiden; Horn | |
| | Girl | Pure; Slender; Keeper of the keys | |
| | Girl | A magnificent queen | |
| | Girl | Champion; Cloud; Attainer | |
| | Girl | Slender; Blessed; Fair | |
| | Unisex | Son of the servant of St Fillan; Wool; Lane | |
| | Girl | Whole; Universal; God is gracious; Maiden | |
| | Girl | Broken-hearted; Mournful | |
| | Girl | A garden where the holly tree grows | |
| | Girl | Slender; Fair | |
| | Girl | Narrows; Channel; Strait | |
| | Unisex | Descendent of Raonull; Queen; Kingdom of Lothar | |
| | Girl | The exalted one; Power; Strength; Virtue | |
| | Girl | Torch or corposant; Moon; Radiant one | |
| | Girl | Torch or corposant; Moon; Bright and shining | |
| |  Boy | Cauldron; Curly-haired; Maiden | |
| | Girl | From the alder grove; From a humid place | |
| | Unisex | Narrows; Channel; Strait | |
| | Unisex | To incline; Soft; Laziness; To continue; Royal child; Heavenly garland of flowers | |
| | Girl | Pledge; Oath; Manly | |
| | Girl | The name means Near a Hollow | |
| | Girl | Narrows; Channel; Strait; War; Strife | |
| | Girl | World; Tough; Hard | |
| | Girl | Torch; Artfulness | |
| | Boy | Mount Sinai; Treasure; God is gracious; Bear; New victory; White-haired | |
| | Unisex | Small hollow | |
| | Girl | Pure; Each of the two; My consecration of your name | |
| | Girl | Cloud; Passionate; Victory; Honour; Champion | |
| | Unisex | Handsome; Beautiful; Good; Royal; Victory | |
| | Girl | Crown; Crooked nose | |
| | Girl | Ireland | |
| | Unisex | Merry; Sea; Jovial | |
| | Girl | Crown; Wreath; Beloved; Pure | |
| | Girl | Twinflower; Linden tree | |
| | Girl | Slender; Beautiful | |
| | Girl | Pledge; Oath; Promise | |
| | Girl | Free spirited; Name of a town in Scotland | |
| | Girl | Dark-haired; Dark-complexioned; Black; Mountain range; Bright; Famous | |
| | Girl | From the alder grove; Dark; Challenge | |
| | Girl | Bitter; Dance; Plum | |
| | Unisex | Delicate; Weak; Valley house | |
| | Girl | Exalted | |
| | Unisex | Star; Cape; Point | |
| | Girl | Army; Man; Oath | |
| | Girl | Slender; Graceful; Beautiful; Boomerang | |
| | Unisex | A traditional social gathering | |
| | Girl | Pure; Slender | |
| | Girl | Descendant of Ciaragán; Dark; Black | |
| | Girl | Handsome; Beautiful; Good; Greatest champion; Royal power; Bold power; Chief hero | |
| | Unisex | Dear child | |
| | Girl | Pledge; Oath | |
Gaelic baby girl names reflect the country’s rich culture and history. They have a mystical and magical charm to them. Gaelic names are deeply intertwined with the ancient beliefs and traditions of the people of the land. Though these names have had external influences over the years, a strong undertone of the indigenous people can still be seen. Gaelic baby names are often associated with natural elements or the gods and spirits of old. Some names are also associated with the peculiar physical traits of the person. Do check out our extensive list of Gaelic baby girl names and take your pick.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What are some Gaelic girls' names that mean 'freedom'?
Enda is a Gaelic name that means 'birdlike' or 'one having great freedom of spirit.' In this context, the name symbolizes independence or freedom. Saoirse is another elegant name that means 'liberty' and 'freedom' in Irish Gaelic.
2. What are some Gaelic names that mean 'love'?
Carys is a stylish name derived from the Welsh term caru, which means 'love.' Dafydd is the Welsh form of the name David, which translates to 'uncle' or 'beloved.' Mayra is the Hispanic variant of Myra, which was believed to have been created by rearranging the letters of the Mary, which means 'child that was wished for' or 'beloved.'
Infographic: Glittering Gaelic Baby Girl Names With Meanings
Gaels are the local inhabitants of Ireland and Scotland where their native tongue is Gaelic, a branch of Celtic languages. Gaelic baby names pay homage to the unique and rich traditions of this land. So, do you want to bless your daughter with a Gaelic name? Check out the infographic below as we present such names.
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References
- The Gaelic Language: Past and Present
https://www.scotland.org/about-scotland/culture/language/the-gaelic-language-past-and-present
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