189 Enchanting Gaelic Girl Names

Elevate your baby girl's name with the magic of Gaelic tradition.

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Gaelic baby girl names are unique and appealing in their own right. It is considered to be the founding language of Scotland and its origins can be traced back to the 10th Century (1). Gaelic language is usually spoken by the Gales who are the indigenous inhabitants of Ireland and Scotland. Gaelic is a group of Celtic languages that comprises Irish, Manx, and Scottish. Though the Gales occupied a small piece of land compared to the mainland, they have played an important part in the history of the nation. Over the centuries, Gaelish culture has been influenced by other cultures that they came in contact with. One of the oldest influences can be traced back to the time of Vikings who conquered and settled among the Gales and led to the formation of the Norse Gaels. Another major influence was after the invasion of Anglo-Normans.

All of these influxes and invasions led to an amalgamation of traditions and cultures. All of the subsequent conquests and invasions lead to modifications of the traditions and customs which had a strong impact on the naming system and the names that were adopted. The Gales were strong and rugged people who scratched a living off the land. They lived in close proximity to nature and even practiced nature worship long before the spread of Christianity. This reverence for nature reflects on the Gaelic names as well.

The Gales are known for their thick accent, kilts, pale skin, icy blue eyes, and pale or red hair. Some of the names that they bestowed upon their children were also self-explanatory and were often based on the physical traits of the child. Some popular Gaelic baby girl names that are still in use are Rosina meaning ‘woman who is like a little rose,’ Ciarran meaning ‘one who is dark and dusky,’ and Darthula meaning ‘beautiful eyes.’ Check out this comprehensive list of names and save a few for future reference.

Name	Gender	Meaning
Kylie	Girl	Boomerang; Narrows; Channel; Strait
Alani	Girl	Little rock; Handsome; Orange tree or orange fruit; Peaceful; Fragrant
Nyla	Girl	Passion; Fury; Hero; Cloud
Makenna	Girl	The one born of fire; Beautiful; Good
Makenzie	Girl	Child of Coinneach; Beautiful; Good
Braelynn	Girl	Primrose; Hill
Kyla	Girl	Narrows; Channel; Strait; Victorious
Blaire	Girl	Field; Plain; Battlefield
Kylee	Girl	Boomerang; Narrows; Channel; Strait
Kassidy	Girl	Clever; Curly-haired

Bridget	Girl	The exalted one; Power; Strength; Virtue
Braelyn	Girl	Primrose; Hill
Saoirse	Girl	Liberty; Freedom
Kailey	Girl	Keeper of the keys; Rare beauty; Social celebration; Slender
Kyleigh	Girl	Boomerang; Narrows; Channel; Strait
Ciara	Girl	Dark-haired; Dark-complexioned; Black; Mountain range; Bright; Famous
Taryn	Unisex	Land of Eoghan; People's ruler; Trespasser; Thunder; From a rocky cliff
Cassie	Girl	To excel; To shine; Clever; Curly-haired
Kylah	Girl	Narrows; Channel; Strait
Brenna	Girl	Raven-haired; Sword

Ireland	Unisex	Land of the Irish; Abundant land
Kayleen	Girl	Pure; Slender; Keeper of the keys
Carmela	Girl	Garden; Orchard; Fertile land
Kaylyn	Girl	Pure; Slender; Lake
Mona	Girl	Wish; Noble one; Who lasts forever; Solitary
Cianna	Girl	Ancient; Enduring one; Light; God is gracious
Mackenna	Girl	Son of Cionaodh
Kaley	Girl	Delicate; To rejoice; Pure; Clearing
Oona	Girl	Lamb; Universal; Happy
Maisey	Girl	Pearl

Bridgette	Girl	The exalted one; Power; Strength; Virtue
Imogene	Girl	Maiden; To play; Carry around
Irelyn	Girl	Abundant land; From Ireland; Peace
Alonna	Girl	Little rock; Handsome; O child
Cami	Girl	Crooked; Crooked nose
Aylee	Girl	Torch; Moon; The other Aenor
Aleina	Girl	Noble; Little rock; To shine; Delicate
Kylynn	Girl	Narrows; Channel; Strait; Lake
Kay	Girl	To rejoice; Rock; Cliff; Fiery
Maizey	Girl	Pearl

Makenzi	Girl	Beautiful; Good; Fire-born
Kyleah	Unisex	Narrows; Channel; Strait; Happiness
Mairead	Girl	Pearl
Keeva	Girl	Gentle; Beloved; Dear
Khyla	Girl	Narrows; Channel; Strait
Mykenzie	Unisex	Handsome; Beautiful; Good
Erina	Girl	Ireland; Fairy; Starflower; Favor; Village; Greens; That one
Glenda	Girl	Valley; Good
Quinlee	Girl	Woman of wisdom
Corie	Girl	Cauldron; Curly-haired; Maiden; Horn

Kaeli	Girl	Pure; Slender; Keeper of the keys
Ryanna	Girl	A magnificent queen
Neila	Girl	Champion; Cloud; Attainer
Caileigh	Girl	Slender; Blessed; Fair
Lain	Unisex	Son of the servant of St Fillan; Wool; Lane
Emmajean	Girl	Whole; Universal; God is gracious; Maiden
Deirdre	Girl	Broken-hearted; Mournful
Lesli	Girl	A garden where the holly tree grows
Caila	Girl	Slender; Fair
Kyleena	Girl	Narrows; Channel; Strait

Rainee	Unisex	Descendent of Raonull; Queen; Kingdom of Lothar
Bridgett	Girl	The exalted one; Power; Strength; Virtue
Eilidh	Girl	Torch or corposant; Moon; Radiant one
Eily	Girl	Torch or corposant; Moon; Bright and shining
Cori	Boy	Cauldron; Curly-haired; Maiden
Delana	Girl	From the alder grove; From a humid place
Kyleen	Unisex	Narrows; Channel; Strait
Leani	Unisex	To incline; Soft; Laziness; To continue; Royal child; Heavenly garland of flowers
Arlyne	Girl	Pledge; Oath; Manly
Koree	Girl	The name means Near a Hollow

Kylia	Girl	Narrows; Channel; Strait; War; Strife
Donia	Girl	World; Tough; Hard
Ellyn	Girl	Torch; Artfulness
Sina	Boy	Mount Sinai; Treasure; God is gracious; Bear; New victory; White-haired
Loghan	Unisex	Small hollow
Catrina	Girl	Pure; Each of the two; My consecration of your name
Neala	Girl	Cloud; Passionate; Victory; Honour; Champion
Kinzey	Unisex	Handsome; Beautiful; Good; Royal; Victory
Camreigh	Girl	Crown; Crooked nose
Erine	Girl	Ireland

Miara	Unisex	Merry; Sea; Jovial
Kaylena	Girl	Crown; Wreath; Beloved; Pure
Lynae	Girl	Twinflower; Linden tree
Caeley	Girl	Slender; Beautiful
Arlena	Girl	Pledge; Oath; Promise
Ayleth	Girl	Free spirited; Name of a town in Scotland
Ciarra	Girl	Dark-haired; Dark-complexioned; Black; Mountain range; Bright; Famous
Delaina	Girl	From the alder grove; Dark; Challenge
Mairi	Girl	Bitter; Dance; Plum
Dallie	Unisex	Delicate; Weak; Valley house

Brigitt	Girl	Exalted
Rinn	Unisex	Star; Cape; Point
Arleene	Girl	Army; Man; Oath
Caily	Girl	Slender; Graceful; Beautiful; Boomerang
Ceilidh	Unisex	A traditional social gathering
Kaelie	Girl	Pure; Slender
Karigan	Girl	Descendant of Ciaragán; Dark; Black
Kindra	Girl	Handsome; Beautiful; Good; Greatest champion; Royal power; Bold power; Chief hero
Alanya	Unisex	Dear child
Arlana	Girl	Pledge; Oath

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Gaelic baby girl names reflect the country’s rich culture and history. They have a mystical and magical charm to them. Gaelic names are deeply intertwined with the ancient beliefs and traditions of the people of the land. Though these names have had external influences over the years, a strong undertone of the indigenous people can still be seen. Gaelic baby names are often associated with natural elements or the gods and spirits of old. Some names are also associated with the peculiar physical traits of the person. Do check out our extensive list of Gaelic baby girl names and take your pick.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What are some Gaelic girls' names that mean 'freedom'?

Enda is a Gaelic name that means 'birdlike' or 'one having great freedom of spirit.' In this context, the name symbolizes independence or freedom. Saoirse is another elegant name that means 'liberty' and 'freedom' in Irish Gaelic.

2. What are some Gaelic names that mean 'love'?

Carys is a stylish name derived from the Welsh term caru, which means 'love.' Dafydd is the Welsh form of the name David, which translates to 'uncle' or 'beloved.' Mayra is the Hispanic variant of Myra, which was believed to have been created by rearranging the letters of the Mary, which means 'child that was wished for' or 'beloved.'

Infographic: Glittering Gaelic Baby Girl Names With Meanings

Gaels are the local inhabitants of Ireland and Scotland where their native tongue is Gaelic, a branch of Celtic languages. Gaelic baby names pay homage to the unique and rich traditions of this land. So, do you want to bless your daughter with a Gaelic name? Check out the infographic below as we present such names.

enchanting gaelic names for your daughter (infographic)

References

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The Gaelic Language: Past and Present
https://www.scotland.org/about-scotland/culture/language/the-gaelic-language-past-and-present

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