Which Irish name means love?

Áine is the goddess of love and fertility, according to Irish legend. This feminine name means radiance or brilliance. Caomhán is a masculine name, meaning ‘beloved in Irish.’ It is the name of an early Irish saint.

Which name means gold in Irish?

Órfhlaith, Orla, Orlagh, and Órlait are some of the Irish names commonly associated with gold.

Which Irish name means darling?

Muirne, Caoimhe, Caomh, and Caomhán are some Irish names that reflect the meaning of ‘beloved’ or ‘darling.’

Which Irish name means angel?

Aingeal is the Irish cognate of Angela, derived from the Greek Angelos, meaning ‘the divine heavenly messenger.’

What is the Irish name for happiness?

Suibhne is derived from the Old Irish Suibne, meaning ‘joy,’ ‘pleasure,’ and ‘happiness.’ The name was a notable title borne by many famous Irish personalities in their early history.

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328 Irish Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With C

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Connor	Boy	Lover of wolves; Hunter; Desiring wolves
Caden	Boy	Son or descendant of Cadán; Strength; Battle spirit; Warrior
Cody	Boy	The son of Oda; Descendant of the helpful one
Cassidy	Girl	Curly hair; Curly head
Cayden	Boy	War; Fighter; Son of Cadáin
Caiden	Boy	Strength; Battle spirit; Gentle
Callan	Boy	Battle; Rock; Battle rule; War-like
Corey	Boy	Cauldron; Curly-haired; Maiden
Conor	Boy	Lover of wolves; Hunter; Desiring wolves
Conner	Boy	Desiring wolf; Inspector

Casey	Boy	Vigilant; Watchful
Case	Boy	Vigilant; Watchful
Cayson	Boy	Enclosure; Settlement
Callahan	Boy	Bright-headed; Strife; Church
Casen	Boy	Son of the vigilant one; Observant
Cullen	Boy	Colony; Whelp; Pup; Young hound; Holly; Handsome
Cillian	Boy	Church; Monastery; Little warrior
Clare	Girl	Bright; Clear; Level surface
Cara	Girl	Friend; Beloved
Coleman	Boy	Dove

Ciara	Girl	Dark-haired; Dark-complexioned; Black; Mountain range; Bright; Famous
Cayde	Unisex	Round; Battle
Cormac	Boy	Son of a charioteer; Legendary
Caylee	Girl	A thin, slim one
Cian	Boy	Ancient; Enduring one
Channing	Boy	Member of the Church; Young wolf; Wise
Caitlyn	Girl	Pure; Clear; Chaste
Conan	Boy	Little wolf; Little hound
Calian	Boy	Slender
Ciaran	Boy	Dark-haired; Dark-complexioned; Black; Mountain range; Bright; Famous

Cianna	Girl	Ancient; Enduring one; Light; God is gracious
Conway	Boy	Holy water
Caitlin	Girl	Pure; Chaste
Caine	Boy	To get; Acquired; Spear; Son of warrior
Conley	Boy	Constant fire
Caelan	Boy	Slender; Victorious
Ciana	Girl	Ancient; Enduring; Light
Colleen	Girl	Young girl
Collins	Boy	Descendant of Coileán; Descendant of Colin
Caeden	Boy	Strength; Son of Cadán; Battle; Warrior; Companion

Connell	Boy	Rule of a wolf
Caeli	Girl	Heaven; Sky; Descendent of Caollaidhe; Of Keely
Cayleigh	Unisex	Crown; Slender; Beloved; Regel women
Cailyn	Girl	Young girl; Maiden; Pure; Each of the two
Carlin	Boy	Descendant of Caireallán; Free man
Calan	Boy	Victorious; Descendant of Cathalán
Cj	Unisex	Abbreviation of first and middle names; J usually stands for Junior
Cashel	Boy	Stone fort; Chest maker
Cavan	Boy	Handsome; Hollow; Descendant of Caomhán; Beloved
Cary	Boy	Black; Free man

Curren	Unisex	Hero; Champion; Dagger; Spear
Callaway	Boy	Pebble; One who lives in a place with pebbles
Conall	Boy	Hound ruler; Wolf ruler
Clancy	Boy	A soldier's son; Son of red warrior
Collyns	Unisex	Whelp; Young dog; Victory of the people
Calihan	Unisex	Bright-headed; War strife; Church
Callaghan	Boy	Descendant of Ceallachán; Bright-headed; Church; War
Cadyn	Boy	Strength; Son of Cadán; Battle; Warrior; Companion
Cayla	Girl	Who is like God
Calin	Boy	Victorious; Guelder rose; Battle rule

Cailee	Girl	Slender; Crowned; Pure
Cosmo	Boy	Universe; Order; Beauty; Decency
Caraline	Girl	Strong, free man; Beloved; Friend
Cobain	Unisex	Fair person; Large
Codi	Boy	Descendant of the helpful one
Caelyn	Girl	Slender; Pure; Blessed; Fair; Girl
Cady	Girl	Pure; Rhythm; Flow; Falling; Talkative
Corie	Girl	Cauldron; Curly-haired; Maiden; Horn
Caylie	Girl	A thin and slender woman
Colvin	Boy	The black color; Bald

Codie	Girl	The son of Oda; Descendant of the helpful one
Conlan	Boy	Hero; Valor; Strong wolf
Caylin	Girl	Slender; Blessed; White
Carrol	Boy	Song; Hymn; Pointed; Sharp; Freeholder; Army
Caylen	Girl	Slender; Blessed; White
Connar	Boy	Desiring wolf
Cane	Boy	Battle; Reed
Cowen	Boy	Twins; Hillside indent; Born from the yew tree; Born lucky
Caileigh	Girl	Slender; Blessed; Fair
Callyn	Girl	Beautiful; Battle rule

Catriona	Girl	Pure
Cannan	Boy	Clergyman; Wolf cub; Descendant of Cane
Colm	Boy	Dove; Disciple of Saint Columbia
Cord	Boy	Brave counsel
Cohan	Unisex	Priest; Wild goose
Colman	Boy	Dove; Disciple of Saint Columbia
Coltrane	Boy	Keeper of colts
Conlin	Unisex	Descendant of O'Conallain or O'Caoindealbhain
Cullan	Unisex	Colony; Descendant of Coileán; Descendant of Cuileann; Holly
Caralyn	Girl	Free man; Beloved; Friend

Cavin	Boy	Son of Daimhin; Hollow; Descendant of Caomhán
Caylon	Boy	Slender; Narrow; Fine
Carney	Boy	Victorious; War-like; Descendant of Catharnach
Caoimhe	Girl	Beautiful; Dear; Beloved; Gentle
Currie	Boy	Wet plain; Marsh; Cauldron; God's peace
Cace	Boy	Observant and alert man
Calahan	Boy	Bright-headed; Strife
Caz	Boy	To destroy; Peace; World; Vigilant
Conroy	Boy	Descendant of a hound-keeper
Cailen	Boy	Slender; Girl

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Infographic: Charming Irish Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With C

Your child's name is not just a label. It's an integral part of their identity, shaping how they see themselves and others. Hence, finding a suitable name that best complements your child's inherent personality is essential. Our infographic below shares some charming Irish Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With C you may consider for your cherub. Share this infographic with other expecting parents if you find it useful.

Irish Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With C(infographic)

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