Irish Baby Names
Names with Irish roots, from the traditional favorites to the modern picks, with what each one means and how it is doing in the US today. Browse 100+ names, each with its meaning and current US rank.
- #1
Liam
Irish · Boy
A resolute name meaning strong-willed warrior and protector.
- #22
Aiden
Irish · Boy
Little fire, a name that captures the spark and spirit of its Celtic roots.
- #25
Ryan
Irish · Boy
Little king, a name with effortless Irish charm and easygoing confidence.
- #28
Aiden
Irish · Unisex
From the Irish Aodh meaning fire, Aiden burns bright with warmth and passion, a modern...
- #29
Riley
Irish · Girl
An Irish surname meaning courageous, now a spirited and playful choice for girls.
- #35
Riley
Irish · Unisex
Meaning courageous in Irish, Riley has an upbeat, can-do energy that makes it one of the...
- #60
Quinn
Irish · Girl
An Irish surname meaning wise or chief, short and commanding with a modern cool.
- #61
Nolan
Irish · Boy
A champion name meaning descendant of the famous one.
- #62
Ryan
Irish · Unisex
Meaning little king in Irish, Ryan has a regal simplicity that has kept it in the top...
- #64
Kennedy
Irish · Girl
An Irish clan name meaning helmeted chief, carrying the dignity of a great American...
- #68
Connor
Irish · Boy
Lover of wolves, a name with wild Irish spirit and loyal heart.
- #68
Maeve
Irish · Girl
An Irish queen's name meaning she who intoxicates, spirited and captivating.
- #72
Declan
Irish · Boy
Full of goodness, a name steeped in Irish saintly tradition and modern cool.
- #85
Kennedy
Irish · Unisex
Meaning helmeted chief in Irish, Kennedy resonates with American history, leadership, and...
- #99
Rylee
Irish · Girl
A modern feminine spelling of Riley meaning courageous, sporty and spirited.
- #124
Rowan
Irish · Girl
A Gaelic tree name meaning little red one, earthy and gently unisex.
- #127
Sullivan
Irish · Boy
Dark-eyed one, a name with Irish poetry and deep, soulful presence.
- #141
Collins
Irish · Girl
An Irish surname meaning holly, scholarly and dignified with a modern edge.
- #151
Norah
Irish · Girl
Honor and light combined in a gentle soul.
- #178
Finn
Irish · Boy
Fair, bright — adventurous and free
- #230
Ronan
Irish · Boy
Little seal, a name of Irish coastal charm and ancient legend.
- #261
Aidan
Irish · Boy
A fiery name meaning little fire, warm and spirited.
- #269
Ronan
Irish · Unisex
A little seal, playful and beloved by the sea.
- #296
Fiona
Irish · Girl
Fair and pure, with a heart full of light.
- #300
Lennon
Irish · Unisex
With roots in the Irish word for lover or sweetheart, Lennon carries musical magic and a...
- #330
Rory
Irish · Unisex
A red-haired ruler, fierce and spirited.
- #351
Killian
Irish · Boy
A bright name meaning little church, devoted and spirited.
- #365
Desmond
Irish · Boy
A regional name meaning from South Munster, proud and rooted.
- #374
Donovan
Irish · Boy
A dark name meaning dark chieftain, strong and commanding.
- #396
Grady
Irish · Boy
A noble name meaning illustrious and renowned.
- #402
Conor
Irish · Boy
A beloved name meaning lover of hounds, loyal and true.
- #440
Quinn
Irish · Unisex
Wise and intelligent, a natural leader.
- #440
Quinn
Irish · Boy
A wise name meaning counsel and intelligence.
- #485
Casey
Irish · Unisex
A spirited Irish name meaning brave or vigilant, Casey has a friendly, approachable...
- #494
Keegan
Irish · Unisex
Little fiery one, spirited and full of energy.
- #494
Keegan
Irish · Boy
A fiery name meaning small and ardent, passionate and bright.
- #508
Shane
Irish · Boy
A gracious name meaning God is gracious, kind and warm.
- #517
Kieran
Irish · Boy
A dark name meaning little dark one, soulful and deep.
- #717
Brendan
Irish · Boy
A voyaging name meaning prince, brave explorer of the seas.
- #741
Saoirse
Irish · Girl
Freedom itself, wild and uncontainable.
- #744
Hugh
Irish · Boy
A bright name meaning mind, intellect, and spirit.
- #763
Brennan
Irish · Boy
A sorrowful name meaning descendant of the sad one, deep and feeling.
- #908
Cara
Irish · Girl
A beloved friend, dear to every heart.
- #964
Cillian
Irish · Boy
A fierce name meaning little warrior with a bright spirit.
- #967
Murphy
Irish · Boy
A sea warrior name meaning hound of the sea, brave and wild.
- #1047
Micheal
Irish · Boy
A divine name meaning who is like God, strong in faith.
- #1193
Seamus
Irish · Boy
A beloved name meaning supplanter, rich in Irish heritage.
- #1213
Ciara
Irish · Girl
A dark-haired beauty with a spirited heart.
- #1227
Cormac
Irish · Boy
A charioteer name meaning son of defilement, wise and kingly.
- #1286
Emmet
Irish · Boy
A patriotic name meaning truth and universal, brave and honest.
- #1424
Eamon
Irish · Boy
A guardian name meaning wealthy protector of the realm.
- #1461
Cian
Irish · Boy
An ancient name meaning enduring one, timeless and steadfast.
- #1536
Kelly
Irish · Unisex
Bright-headed warrior, clever and courageous.
- #1828
Aoife
Irish · Girl
A warrior of great beauty and fierce courage.
- #1970
Eoin
Irish · Boy
A graceful name meaning God is gracious, gentle and kind.
- #2032
Ciaran
Irish · Boy
A dark name meaning little dark one, mysterious and deep.
- #2032
Ciaran
Irish · Unisex
A little dark one, mysterious and deep.
- #2050
Shannon
Irish · Unisex
Named for Ireland's longest river, wise and ancient.
- #2138
Niall
Irish · Boy
A champion name meaning passionate and cloud-rider.
- #2138
Niall
Irish · Unisex
A champion of honor and passion.
- #2188
Conan
Irish · Boy
A wise name meaning little hound, clever and loyal.
- #2300
Terence
Irish · Boy
A smooth name meaning tender and gracious spirit.
- #2380
Brogan
Irish · Boy
A sturdy name meaning sturdy shoe, grounded and hardworking.
- #2398
Oona
Irish · Girl
A lamb, gentle and pure of heart.
- #2423
Brigid
Irish · Girl
A flame keeper and patron of poetry and healing.
- #2490
Cael
Irish · Unisex
A slender warrior of quiet strength.
- #2650
Cashel
Irish · Boy
A fortress name meaning stone fort, strong and enduring.
- #2656
Siobhan
Irish · Girl
God's gracious gift, gentle and wise.
- #2723
Una
Irish · Girl
One and only, a lamb of singular beauty.
- #3022
Nessa
Irish · Girl
Not gentle at all, but fierce and determined.
- #3027
Kerry
Irish · Unisex
A dark-haired child of the emerald isle.
- #3232
Tadhg
Irish · Boy
An ancient name meaning poet or philosopher, wise and creative.
- #3254
Aine
Irish · Girl
Brightness and splendor, a summer queen.
- #3484
Fiadh
Irish · Girl
Wild and free, like a deer in the glen.
- #3492
Fallon
Irish · Unisex
Descended from a leader, courageous and bold.
- #3511
Oisin
Irish · Unisex
A little deer, gentle and swift.
- #3511
Oisin
Irish · Boy
A mythical name meaning little deer, from the son of the legendary hero.
- #3852
Regan
Irish · Unisex
Little ruler, commanding respect from day one.
- #3906
Dana
Irish · Unisex
Wise and knowledgeable, a keeper of ancient truths.
- #3915
Garret
Irish · Boy
A spear name meaning brave with the lance, strong and true.
- #4200
Niamh
Irish · Girl
A radiant maiden from the land of eternal youth.
- #4268
Fionn
Irish · Boy
A bright name meaning fair and white, wise like the legendary hero.
- #4354
Keeva
Irish · Girl
Gentle and beautiful, born of noble stock.
- #4381
Orla
Irish · Girl
A golden princess with a generous heart.
- #4386
Roisin
Irish · Girl
A little rose blooming in an Irish meadow.
- #4413
Aisling
Irish · Girl
A dream or vision of something beautiful to come.
- #4712
Ursula
Irish · Girl
A little bear, fierce yet tender.
- #4754
Malachy
Irish · Boy
A messenger name meaning devotee of Saint Seachlann.
- #4783
Ruairi
Irish · Boy
A fiery name meaning red king, bold and commanding.
- #4795
Tiernan
Irish · Boy
A noble name meaning little lord, destined for great things.
- #4795
Tiernan
Irish · Unisex
A little lord, noble and dignified.
- #4839
Carrick
Irish · Boy
A rocky name meaning from the rock, strong and steadfast.
- #4928
Mairead
Irish · Girl
A pearl of great worth, luminous and rare.
- #5740
Fintan
Irish · Boy
A wise name meaning white fire, bright and enduring.
- #5740
Fintan
Irish · Unisex
A little fair one, bright and noble.
- #6359
Fergus
Irish · Boy
A vigorous name meaning man of force and strong will.
- #6480
Padraig
Irish · Boy
A noble name meaning patrician, honored and revered.
- #7036
Mairin
Irish · Girl
Star of the sea, guiding sailors safely home.
- #7252
Deirdre
Irish · Girl
A sorrowful beauty whose tale echoes through ages.
- #7439
Ainsley
Irish · Unisex
From one's own meadow, peaceful and content.
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