159 Gaelic Baby Girl Names With Meanings

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
Liadan	Girl	A woman of gray hair
Liadawn	Girl	A grey lady from Irish folklore
Loman	Unisex	A bare and empty place
Mackenna	Girl	Fiery love; Born from fire
Maioc	Girl	A name given to the good god
Mairghread	Girl	Pearl
Marsaili	Girl	A dame that is as beautiful as a pearl
Marsali	Girl	A maiden who is like a pearl
Meegan	Girl	A soft and gentle female
Meleas	Girl	A servant of Jesus; One who serves Jesus for a lifetime

Melias	Girl	A lady who serves Jesus as a servant
Melisus	Girl	One who serves Jesus for blessings
Meliz	Girl	The servant of Jesus; Always blessed by Jesus
Mikenzie	Unisex	The child of a wise leader
Milligan	Unisex	A Christian ritual of shaving the head
Morna	Girl	A beloved and delightful person
Neala	Girl	Supporter; Titleholder; Winner; Campaigner
Neelie	Girl	Winner; Victor; Overcomer; Beater
Nialla	Girl	Supporter; Winner; Campaigner
Niela	Unisex	Champion; Passionate

Nigella	Girl	The name of the flower; One of the floras
Niniane	Girl	Ash; one who always rises up
Nola	Girl	The one who has fair complexion
Onora	Girl	Deserving of integrity
Oona	Girl	Lamb; Universal
Orlagh	Girl	The feelings of great warmth
Quinlee	Girl	Woman of wisdom
Quinley	Girl	She who is intelligent
Quinna	Girl	A reasonable person
Ronelle	Girl	A woman whose advices give power

Ronny	Unisex	One who owns the legendary lands
Ruadh	Unisex	Red; Red hair
Ryesen	Girl	She who is courageous
Samaire	Girl	The drowning Sun
Saorla	Girl	A princess
Seath	Unisex	Wolfish
Seersha	Girl	One who is free
Seonag	Girl	God is merciful
Shailyn	Girl	A girl from the fairy place
Shavon	Unisex	Graced by God

Shavonne	Girl	God is gracious; Gift from God
Shea	Unisex	Admirable; Fine; Good; Learned; Favorable; Hawk-like; Fairy palace
Sheena	Unisex	God is gracious; Wise
Shena	Girl	God is gracious
Sherey	Girl	Foal
Sheridan	Unisex	A seeker
Siobhan	Girl	God is gracious; Gift of God
Sullivan	Unisex	One-eyed; Having dark eyes
Tara	Girl	Star
Teaghan	Unisex	Little poet

Tenille	Girl	She who brings light
Tera	Girl	Crag; Hill
Teranika	Girl	Victory of the Earth
Terin	Girl	Variant of Erin; Ireland
Torri	Girl	A form of tori
Triona	Girl	A pure and unpolluted virgin
Tristin	Unisex	Tumult
Triston	Unisex	Tumult
Trystan	Unisex	A sorrowful man; A knight of the round table in Arthurian legend

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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.

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.

enchanting gaelic names for your daughter (infographic)

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.'

References

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The Gaelic Language: Past and Present
https://www.scotland.org/about-scotland/culture/language/the-gaelic-language-past-and-present

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