1129 Irish Baby Girl Names With Meanings

Influenced by the heritage of the Emerald Isle, every name on the list is awe-inspiring.

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Irish baby girl names are attractive and hold a special allure. These names are often rooted in Ireland's significant historical roots, nature, and mythology. They have a poetic quality and evoke a sense of mystic power and elegance, making them an amazing choice of baby names.

Ireland is very well-known for its lush green landscapes, literature, music, vibrant cities, monuments, and traditional symbols such as the shamrock and Celtic traditions. No wonder many Irish names take the country's beauty as the inspiration behind the names.

The Irish people are also known to have strong family connections and ties with society, and this is pretty obvious when considering their naming traditions. In Irish culture, baby girl names are inspired by their family names or the names of their relatives. This custom highlights the value of lineage and the carrying on of family traditions. According to the traditional naming pattern, the eldest daughter is named after her maternal grandmother, the first son is named after his paternal grandfather (1). This naming pattern was most common from the late 18th to the mid-20th century and was closely followed by people across all religions.

However, this naming pattern was not very strictly followed for girls because, after the wedding, the girls would lose their family name. Hence, the naming traditions were not closely observed for girls.

One of the beautiful features of Irish names is their connection with nature. A serene name such as Niamh signifies brightness and in this way, it shows appreciation for its beautiful landscapes and profound culture and language. Irish names such as Brigit, are well-known in the mythological world. This name is derived from the Celtic goddess and evokes a sense of resilience and strength. Some other popular names include Orla and Ciara; these names signify the country's rich history and vibrant culture. We gathered more such wonderful names in the list below. Have a look.

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Caitlann	Girl	Pure-natured woman
Caitlen	Girl	Woman of pure nation
Caitley	Girl	One who is pure
Caitlind	Girl	Pure natured woman
Caitly	Girl	Short for Caitlyn; Pure woman
Caitlyn	Girl	Pure
Caitlynd	Girl	Pure-hearted woman
Caitlynn	Girl	A fair and pure girl
Caitria	Girl	Fair lady
Caitrian	Girl	Fair and pure lady

Caitrin	Girl	A genuine woman
Caitriona	Girl	Genuine individual
Caitryn	Girl	Genuine lady
Caitya	Girl	Genuine woman
Calihan	Unisex	Strong, determined, courageous
Callah	Unisex	Beautiful
Callin	Unisex	Beautiful; Fair
Calybrid	Girl	Saint Bridget's servant
Calycrist	Girl	She is like a star-flower
Calynn	Unisex	Variant of the name Carolyn; Combination of calm and lynn

Campbell	Girl	She who has a crooked mouth
Caoilainn	Girl	A slender and fair woman
Caoimhe	Girl	Beautiful; Dear and noble
Carabella	Girl	Dear; Beloved; Beautiful
Caragh	Girl	To love someone
Carah	Girl	A beloved girl
Caraleen	Girl	A very beloved woman
Caraleena	Girl	She is deeply loved
Caraline	Girl	Strong, free woman
Caralyn	Girl	A beloved free woman

Caralyne	Girl	She is free and loved
Caralynn	Girl	She is loved and free
Carenza	Girl	A loving and affectionate girl
Carlina	Girl	A woman with freedom
Carline	Girl	A woman of free spirits
Carlys	Girl	A little champion of freedom
Carmody	Unisex	Son of the brave
Carrigan	Unisex	A very pointed spear
Carrolin	Girl	A full grown champion
Casendana	Girl	She who brings peace by day

Cashus	Unisex	Unique; Sophisticated
Casidhe	Girl	A clever woman
Casidi	Girl	A brainy, smart girl
Casie	Girl	Very smart woman
Casse	Girl	An alert woman
Cassidy	Girl	Curly hair; Curly head
Catelyn	Girl	Noble; Pure-hearted
Cathalina	Girl	A woman who is considered a mighty warrior
Catreena	Girl	A pure woman
Catriona	Girl	One that is pure

Catryn	Girl	The innocent one
Cavanaugh	Unisex	Descendant of Caomhán
Caven	Unisex	Handsome
Cayla	Girl	A very slender female
Caylee	Girl	A thin, slim one
Cayleen	Girl	Pure and graceful
Cayleigh	Unisex	Pure; Graceful; Resolute
Caylie	Girl	A thin and slender woman
Caylin	Girl	A girl; A maiden
Caylum	Unisex	Brave warrior; Dove of peace

Caytlan	Girl	The pure or the unpolluted
Cean	Unisex	Ancient; Enduring
Ceara	Girl	One who is good with a spear
Cedrica	Girl	A feminine of Cedric; Woman with a bounty
Cedrina	Girl	A bounty one
Ceegan	Unisex	The one born out of fire
Ceire	Girl	The little one; a Saint
Ceon	Unisex	Bright light
Ceona	Unisex	Goddess; Divine spirit
Cerin	Unisex	Unique; Mysterious

Cessair	Girl	The one filled with sorrow
Chailyn	Girl	The pure one who is filled with life and laughter
Chanin	Girl	The wise one
Charidan	Girl	Name of grandson of Siridean; peaceful being
Chasidy	Girl	Pure; Virtuous
Chevonne	Girl	Gracious God
Chrissa	Girl	Abbreviation of Christine or someone who is annointed
Christi	Girl	Follower of Jesus Christ
Ciana	Girl	Lively, gracious, affectionate
Cianne	Unisex	Gracious; Blessed

Ciara	Girl	Dark haired; Dark complexioned
Cj	Unisex	Abbreviation of first and middle names; J usually stands for Junior
Cline	Unisex	Merciful; Gentle
Cliodhna	Girl	An Irish goddess who had a beautiful shape; Who fell in love with a mortal
Cliona	Girl	One who is shapely; A shapely Irish goddess who fell in love with a human
Clodagh	Girl	A person living near the Clodiagh river
Cobain	Unisex	Fair person
Cobe	Unisex	Supreme; Strong; Victorious
Cohan	Unisex	Priest; Variant of Cohen
Coll	Unisex	High; Lofty

Collen	Unisex	Victorious; Brave; Determined
Collice	Girl	Girl; Female; Lady; A relatively young woman
Conary	Unisex	A wise person; a man who is filled with knowledge
Concepta	Girl	Refers to the Immaculate Conception of Virgin Mary
Conlee	Unisex	Strength; Determination
Conlin	Unisex	A strong and determined leader
Connelly	Unisex	Descendant of Conall
Cooley	Girl	Strong, brave, resilient
Coreen	Unisex	Kind-hearted; Resilient
Coriann	Girl	A seething, boiling, turbulent pool

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Irish baby girl names are endearing and carry immense grace and charm. These names represent the very essence of the country and are also inspired by the natural elements, mythological past, literature, and art. If you are interested in knowing about the deep history behind a name and if the fact that every name has a story to tell fascinates you, then these names could be just what you’re looking for. Irish names are promising enough to leave a lasting impression on your beautiful daughter.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What are some Gaelic-based Irish baby girl names?

Sorcha, embodying the essence of ‘brightness,’ Éireann, evoking the spirit of ‘Ireland,’ and Saoirse, encapsulating the concept of ‘freedom,’ present an exquisite selection of Gaelic-based Irish names for girls, offering distinctiveness and extraordinary significance to bestow upon your precious little one.

2. What are some of the rarest and pretty Irish girl names?

Aurnia meaning ‘golden lady,’ Bridget meaning ‘power,’ Cessair meaning ‘snow,’ Daimhin, meaning ‘little deer,’ and Lazarina meaning ‘flame of wine,’ stand among the most exquisite and uncommon Irish names for girls. Keep an eye out for these remarkable treasures.

3. What are some cute and popular Irish girl names that are also short and sweet?

Fiona meaning ‘wine,’ Mona meaning ‘little noble one,’ Róis meaning ‘rose,’ Aurnia meaning ‘golden ruler,’ Maura meaning ‘great,’ and Sive, meaning ‘sweet,’ are adorable and beloved Irish names for girls, each possessing delightful brevity and charming resonance.

Infographic: Adorable Irish Baby Girl Names With Meanings

Irish baby girl names are rooted in Celtic traditions and offer a sense of sophistication and charm. These names have rich cultural significance and celebrate the vibrancy of the land. If you are looking for baby names with Irish influence for your pretty little princess, check out this infographic for some amazing Irish name options.

splendid irish girl names for your dearest daughter (infographic)

References

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Irish Culture.
https://culturalatlas.sbs.com.au/irish-culture/irish-culture-naming

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