320 Celtic Girl Names Filled With Charm

A treasure trove of titles that celebrate the Celtic heritage.

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Celtic language is the language of the Celts, an Indo-European ethnolinguistic European group that shares cultural similarities with Europe. Celtic baby girl names originate in a long-standing, rich cultural history and mythology of this culture. These magnificent names, each with profound symbolic meanings steeped in nature, values, and mystical lore, have been given to us by this ancient civilization, which originated in the British Isles and other areas of Western Europe.

Celtic baby names are a mixture of Irish, Gaelic, Scottish, and Welsh names and have a uniquely timeless and magical feel. These names typically closely resemble nature and the elements, which speaks to the Celts' profound respect for their natural environment. Celtic naming patterns frequently derive their inspiration from mythical and legendary individuals, which is another important characteristic. In honor of the strong female characters from Celtic mythology, names like Rhiannon (a Welsh deity), Brigid (an Irish goddess), and Aine (a fairy queen in Irish folklore) are common (1).

Additionally, virtues or desirable traits are usually encapsulated in Celtic names; Aife implies beauty. These names are more than just labels; they are potent wishes or goals parents give their girls. In addition, it is typical in the Celtic culture to give females the names of their maternal grandparents, maintaining the matriarchal lineage. It's a tribute to their ancestry and a way to pay respect to the earlier generations. However, contemporary Celtic naming customs have developed, absorbing more diverse influences while holding onto their distinctive charm. As a result, we witness a lovely blending of old and modern tendencies.

Celtic baby girl names offer various evocative, distinctive, and culturally significant possibilities. They represent the Celts' close ties to nature, reverence for mythical characters, and appreciation of virtues. We present some elegant and charming Celtic names to help you select the best one for your little princess.

Name	Gender	Meaning
Brianna	Girl	High; Power; Hill
Nyla	Girl	Passion; Fury; Hero; Cloud
Milani	Girl	Middle of the plain; Black; Dark
Mckenna	Girl	Son of Cionnaith; Born of fire; Beautiful
Sabrina	Girl	Patient; Persevering; From the river Severn
Gwendolyn	Girl	Fair Bow; Blessed Ring
Nylah	Girl	Achiever; Fury or passion; Hero; Cloud
Braelynn	Girl	Primrose; Hill
Nia	Girl	Goal; Determination; Purpose; Bright; Female champion; Priceless; Luck
Jenna	Girl	White phantom; Fair lady; Supernatural; God is merciful; God is Gracious

Briana	Girl	High; Power; Hill
Kendra	Girl	Knowing; Handsome; Respect; Old power; Bold power; Chief hero
Kenna	Girl	Handsome; Fire-born; Ruler of the valley
Bridget	Girl	The exalted one; Power; Strength; Virtue
Braelyn	Girl	Primrose; Hill
Bria	Girl	Hill; Power; High; God is my strong man
Vienna	Girl	The capital of Austria; Forest stream
Brittany	Girl	From Britain; From the land of Britons
Cordelia	Girl	Jewel of the sea; Heart of a lion
Rhiannon	Girl	Great queen; Great goddess

Taryn	Unisex	Land of Eoghan; People's ruler; Trespasser; Thunder; From a rocky cliff
Maelynn	Girl	Princess; Chief; Month of May
Imogen	Girl	Maiden; Beloved child
Breanna	Girl	Hill; Might; Noble
Bryanna	Girl	Exalted one; Eminence; Might; Strength; Power
Maelyn	Girl	The month of May; Wished-for child; Beloved; Lake; Soft
Arlene	Girl	Oath; Pledge; Promise
Milania	Girl	Gracious; Dear; Middle of the plain; Dark; Black
Brea	Girl	Hill; Might; Noble
Edna	Girl	Pleasure; Delight; Luxury; Fire; Rich friend

Shaylee	Girl	Lovely eyes; Learned; Good; Favorable
Loralei	Girl	Rock; Rock of Lorelei
Bridgette	Girl	The exalted one; Power; Strength; Virtue
Selma	Girl	God's protection; God's helmet; Safe; Beautiful vew; Peace
Brigitte	Girl	The exalted one; Power; Strength; Virtue
Siara	Girl	Mountain range
Aryn	Girl	Ireland; High mountain; Exalted; Enlightened
Nara	Girl	Happy; Country; Sun; Pomegranate tree; Man
Kensie	Unisex	Handsome; Beautiful; Good
Breelyn	Girl	Hill; High; Might; Exalted

Brigid	Girl	The exalted one
Abrianna	Girl	Elf ruler or king; Powerful elf; Might; Mother of many; High; Exalted; Noble
Brianny	Unisex	Hill; High; Power; Swell
Brianne	Girl	High; Power; Hill
Morrigan	Girl	Phantom queen; Great queen; Irish goddess of war and death
Ginny	Girl	Virgin; Maiden; White; Blessed; Juniper
Barrett	Girl	Strong as a bear; Quarrelsome
Enid	Girl	Spirit; Soul; Life
Jena	Girl	White phantom; Magical being; Lady of the people; Little Bird; Prince
Brailee	Girl	Hill; Woodland clearing

Gwenevere	Girl	Phantom; White fay
Brittney	Girl	From Brittany; From Britain; From the land of Britons
Bryana	Girl	Noble; Might; Virtuous; Hill; Power
Gwynevere	Girl	White phantom
Jenavieve	Girl	Tribe; Woman
Rianna	Girl	Great queen; Goddess; Little king; Gracious and beloved
Tristyn	Girl	Sad; Noise; Tumult
Brailey	Girl	Hill; Woodland clearing
Mirielle	Girl	Bright sea
Alauna	Unisex	Gaulish God of healing; Celtic river goddess

Niva	Girl	Kin; Clan; Wife; Woman; Speech; Expression; Fang; Tusk
Ardyn	Unisex	High
Calynn	Unisex	Rock; Slender; White; Blessed
Brienne	Girl	High; Power; Hill
Bristol	Boy	The site of the bridge; Settlement
Avyn	Unisex	White beauty; Blessed appearance; Pot; River; Oats
Viridiana	Girl	Green; One who has the truth
Loralai	Girl	Rock
Neila	Girl	Champion; Cloud; Attainer
Briah	Girl	Hill; Power; High; God is my strong man

Kelia	Girl	Wood
Emerlyn	Unisex	Gemstone; Precious stone
Kilynn	Unisex	Slender; White; Blessed
Deirdre	Girl	Broken-hearted; Mournful
Kellene	Girl	Church; Monastery
Isolde	Girl	Ice; Battle; She who is looked upon
Breana	Girl	Hill; High; Might
Breanne	Girl	Hill; Power; Strength
Abriana	Girl	Elf ruler or king; Powerful elf; Might; Mother of many; High; Exalted; Noble
Brianda	Girl	Noble; Exalted

Brienna	Girl	High; Power; Hill
Brionna	Girl	High; Power; Hill
Kennadie	Girl	Head with an armor
Loralie	Girl	Rock; Rock of Lorelei
Daily	Unisex	Beauty; Assembly; Meeting
Brittanye	Girl	Lady from Britain
Breah	Girl	Honourable; Hill; Might
Bridgett	Girl	The exalted one; Power; Strength; Virtue
Shaylyn	Unisex	Fine; Good; Favorable; Learned; Gifted; Lake
Lynk	Unisex	Colony by the lake or pool

Naria	Unisex	Goddess of good luck and blessings; Formation; Love; Woman with big eyes
Ailah	Unisex	Ascetic; Blessed; Noble
Bryah	Girl	High; Hill; Might; Power; God is my strong hero
Brena	Girl	King; Prince; Raven
Jenova	Unisex	Of Genevieve; Tribe woman
Kylea	Girl	She who won
Vyla	Unisex	Island; Night; Gracious; Fury; Passion; Hero
Genoveva	Girl	Woman of the race or family
Shaylen	Unisex	Fine; Good; Favorable; Learned
Breda	Girl	The exalted one

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Celtic baby girl names exemplify the culture's deep reverence for the natural world, adoration of legendary characters, and celebration of virtues. They represent cultural heritage and include significant meanings and connotations. These names have a certain allure, offering a wide range of options that respect the past while embracing the future. So, if you’re choosing a Celtic name for your adorable daughter, understand its cultural connotations and meaning and choose the one that goes with her personality.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What Celtic girl name means strong?

Brianna is a Celtic girl name that means ‘a strong ascending woman.’ Other names that carry a similar connotation are Abria, Bedelia, Reilynn, and Pirjo.

2. What Celtic girl names mean pure?

Some Celtic girl names that signify purity are Katell, Caitlin, and Enid.

3. What is the Celtic name for beautiful?

Aife is a Celtic girl name that means ‘beauty’ or ‘ a mythical warrior woman.’ Kevia and Kevlyn are other Celtic names that means ‘beautiful.’

4. What Celtic girl name means light?

Celtic girl names with meanings associated with light are Ailidh and Tenille.

5. What Celtic names mean gift from God?

The name Shaunna has a connotation that translates to ‘gift of God’ or ‘God is gracious.’

6. What is the Celtic girl name for soul?

A Celtic girl's name carrying a meaning related to the soul is Enyd.

Infographic: Pretty And Powerful Celtic Girl Names

Celts were among the oldest inhabitants of the British Isles. They had a rich culture, remnants of which we still see in several names from the region. These names are charming and brimming with energy, making them perfect for your daughter. Read this infographic and pick the perfect Celtic name for your daughter.

charming celtic names for your daughter (infographic)

References

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Brigid: Survival Of A Goddess.
https://druidry.org/resources/brigid-survival-of-a-goddess

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