Beautiful baby name with striking meaning is Ireland's fastest-rising girl's name
One Irish girl's name is rising in popularity in the country, according to NameBerry.com. And, the pretty name has an empowering meaning
by Emily Hodgkin · Irish MirrorIrish names have a rich cultural heritage, steeped in history, mythology, and meaning. Many of the most popular Irish names for girls have been passed down through generations, reflecting Ireland's deep connection to its Celtic roots.
Irish names, with their deep cultural significance and timeless appeal, continue to be favoured by Irish parents. One Irish girl's name is rising in popularity in the country, according to NameBerry.com.
And, the pretty name has an empowering meaning. Fiadh, pronounced (Fee-a) is derived from the root word for "wild" in the Irish language.
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Parents might also be drawn to the Anglicized form Fia. But Fiadh is just one of the gorgeous Irish girl's names you might consider.
One popular name is Aoife (pronounced EE-fa). It's a name of Gaelic origin that means "beautiful" or "radiant." In Irish mythology, Aoife was a warrior princess and is often associated with strength and bravery.
Made famous by the actress of the same name, Saoirse (pronounced SEER-sha) means "freedom" in Irish. Ciara (pronounced KEE-ra) means "dark-haired" or "black."
It is derived from the male name Ciaran, and the feminine version became popular in Ireland due to St. Ciara, a 7th-century saint known for her piety and charity.
Top 10 most popular Irish names for girls in Ireland
- Aoife
- Saoirse
- Siobhán
- Niamh
- Ciara
- Aisling
- Róisín
- Clodagh
- Orla
- Maeve