Irish first names

12 Irish first names with meaning, popularity and notable people. Tap a name to find out who your child looks like.

📜 Origin and history

Irish first names trace back to Gaelic, the ancestral language of Ireland. They describe nature (sea, wind, forest), heroic qualities (courage, strength, loyalty) or refer to Celtic saints and mythological warriors.

⭐ Popularity today

Very popular across the English-speaking world — Liam, Ryan, Quinn, Brody, Kennedy — they bring identity and warmth. Often unisex (Quinn, Riley, Cameron), they blend Celtic roots with modern feel.

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👧 Female names (6)

👦 Male names (6)

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