Which Irish name means love?

Áine is the goddess of love and fertility, according to Irish legend. This feminine name means radiance or brilliance. Caomhán is a masculine name, meaning ‘beloved in Irish.’ It is the name of an early Irish saint.

Which name means gold in Irish?

Órfhlaith, Orla, Orlagh, and Órlait are some of the Irish names commonly associated with gold.

Which Irish name means darling?

Muirne, Caoimhe, Caomh, and Caomhán are some Irish names that reflect the meaning of ‘beloved’ or ‘darling.’

Which Irish name means angel?

Aingeal is the Irish cognate of Angela, derived from the Greek Angelos, meaning ‘the divine heavenly messenger.’

What is the Irish name for happiness?

Suibhne is derived from the Old Irish Suibne, meaning ‘joy,’ ‘pleasure,’ and ‘happiness.’ The name was a notable title borne by many famous Irish personalities in their early history.

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108 Irish Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With E

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Evelyn	Girl	Life; Hazelnut; Lake; Beauty
Eileen	Girl	Little bird; Strength; Wished for; Desired; Torch
Evalynn	Girl	Desired; Radiance; Beauty; Hazelnut
Eason	Boy	Son of Eda; Son of Adam
Eamon	Boy	Rich protector
Eiden	Unisex	Little fire
Eoin	Boy	God is gracious; Young; God's gift
Edin	Boy	Delight; Place of pleasure; Religion; Fire; Rich friend
Erin	Boy	Ireland; Green water; From the island
Ena	Girl	Grain; Peace; Little fire; Gazelle

Eleen	Unisex	Torch; Corposant; Moon; Desire; Hazelnut
Evanna	Girl	God is gracious; Graceful life; Living grace
Eamonn	Boy	Rich protector
Evin	Boy	Love; Fortunate victor; Swift; Lively
Elva	Girl	World; Light; White; Elf
Eoghan	Boy	Good; Born from the yew tree; Well-born
Eydan	Unisex	Little fire
Eagan	Boy	Little fire; Descendant of the bright-eyed one
Erina	Girl	Ireland; Fairy; Starflower; Favor; Village; Greens; That one
Enya	Girl	Fire; Kernel

Eyleen	Girl	Bright; Beautiful; Radiant
Enna	Girl	Bird; Light; Pasture; Greens; Kindness; Elegance
Euan	Boy	Born of the Yew tree; God is gracious
Escanor	Unisex	North shine
Elvie	Girl	Noble; Friend; Elf
Emerlyn	Unisex	Pearl; Emerald
Edel	Boy	Pale noble woman; Noble; Delicate; Noble fame
Ennis	Boy	Island; One strength
Eames	Boy	Friendly; Welcome; Pleasing
Eilan	Boy	An oak tree; Tree

Ellenor	Girl	Shining light; Shining God; The other Aenor
Evia	Girl	To live; To breathe; Beauty
Erinn	Boy	Ireland; Green water
Eilyn	Unisex	Little bird; Strength; Wished for
Eion	Boy	Yahweh is gracious; God is gracious
Erine	Girl	Ireland
Edrin	Boy	Wealthy ruler; Prosperous leader
Emone	Unisex	Rich protection; Wealth protection; Fortune protection
Evleen	Unisex	Hazelnut; Life; Beauty; Bird; Water
Eabha	Girl	To live; To breathe

Eavan	Girl	Pale beauty; Blessed appearance
Eilis	Girl	My God is an oath; Nobleness; Nobility
Erie	Girl	Somebody who belongs to Ireland; Long tail; Cherry tree
Early	Boy	Noble; Early rising; Eagle clearing
Ernan	Boy	Understanding; Intelligent; Iron
Eneas	Boy	Praise
Erving	Boy	Green water; Handsome
Earvin	Boy	Green water; Boar friend
Eslie	Unisex	Noble; Graceful; Resilient
Eimile	Girl	One who is practical natured and free detailed

Elanna	Girl	Shining; Precious; Child
Emogene	Girl	A maiden
Euna	Girl	Lamb; Weeds in cereals
Evaleen	Girl	Life; Beauty; Bird; Hazelnut
Errin	Girl	Ireland; Peace
Ethne	Girl	Kernel; Grain
Eireann	Girl	Ireland
Eilene	Girl	Desired; Torch; Radiance
Eislyn	Girl	Dream; Vision; A beautiful rose
Erynne	Girl	Ireland

Egan	Girl	Fire; Soldier
Ellice	Girl	My God is an oath; Nobility
Erianne	Girl	Ireland
Eibhlin	Girl	Honorable and a gift of Almighty
Evanne	Girl	God is gracious; Graceful life
Evina	Unisex	Island's victor; Lively; To breathe
Eilley	Girl	Shining; Bright light
Eileene	Girl	Light source which is bright and shining
Edana	Girl	Jealousy; Passion; Fire
Erinne	Girl	Ireland; Abundant; Young woman

Eadbhard	Boy	Rich protector
Eadoin	Girl	Majestic
Eaven	Girl	Beautiful
Edalene	Girl	A noble queen like woman
Edrich	Boy	Rich ruler; Powerful
Eegan	Boy	Mighty and powerful person
Efa	Girl	To breathe; To live; Beauty
Effa	Girl	Beauty
Eibhear	Boy	Granite(stone)
Eideann	Boy	One who has little fire inside their soul

Eilean	Girl	One who is filled with light; Hazelnut tree
Eilin	Girl	Torch; Corposant; Desired; Moon; Radiance; Hazelnut
Eilish	Unisex	My God is an oath; Nobility
Eimear	Girl	Swift; Quick; Six gifts of womanhood
Eimen	Girl	A protector; wealthy one with confidence
Eire	Boy	Ireland; Gaelic goddess
Eithne	Girl	Kernel; Grain; Little fire
Elivina	Girl	A beautiful friend of the Elves
Elveva	Girl	Elfin; Elf leader
Enda	Boy	Bird or bird-like

Engla	Girl	Angel
Eohric	Boy	A very powerful ruler
Eonan	Boy	Oath; Little seal
Eoppa	Boy	A royal prince
Eormenraed	Boy	A public oath
Ernia	Girl	Serious; Earnest
Ethna	Girl	Graceful
Etna	Girl	Fiery one; Little fire
Evaine	Unisex	Lively, feminine, Gaelic
Etain	Girl	Shining; Radiant

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Infographic: Charming Irish Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With E

Your child's name is not just a label. It's an integral part of their identity, shaping how they see themselves and others. Hence, finding a suitable name that best complements your child's inherent personality is essential. Our infographic below shares some charming Irish Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With E you may consider for your cherub. Share this infographic with other expecting parents if you find it useful.

Irish Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With E(infographic)

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