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.

Home • Baby Names

100 Irish Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With F

Written by Shikha Thakur, MBA Specialty: Relationships and Baby NamesExperience: 7 years

Shikha is a writer-turned-editor at MomJunction, with over seven years of experience in the field of content. Having done a certification in Relationship Coaching, her core interest lies in writing articles that guide couples through their courtship to marriage and parenthood.

Read full bio of Shikha Thakur

Edited by Siddharth Kesiraju, MA, Certification in Relationship Coaching Specialty: Love, Marriage and RelationshipsExperience: 7 years

Siddharth holds a certification in Relationship Coaching and a masters degree in communication and journalism from the University of Hyderabad. He has around seven years of experience in various fields of writing and editing.

Read full bio of Siddharth Kesiraju

Fact-checked by Praggya Joshi, MA, BEd Specialty: Child education & activitiesExperience: 2 years

Praggya Joshi holds a bachelor's degree in Education and a master's in Ancient Indian History from University of Delhi. She has a robust knowledge of literature, society, and ethics. Praggya has been a content writer since 2021, researching and writing on education, health and wellness, and travel.

Read full bio of Praggya Joshi

Last Updated on Oct 3, 2023

Illustration: MomJunction Design Team

Name	Gender	Meaning
Finn	Boy	White; Blessed; Sámi people from Finland
Ford	Boy	A causeway across a river or stream
Forest	Boy	Woodlands; Woodsman; One who lives near the forest; Outside
Finnley	Girl	Fair hero; White warrior
Finnian	Boy	Little fair one; Blessed white one
Finneas	Boy	Serpent's mouth; White
Fynn	Boy	Fair; Blessed; Person from Finland
Finan	Unisex	Descendant of Fionnán; Fair; White; Blessed
Finnigan	Boy	Son of fair-haired one
Finlay	Boy	Fair hero; White Warrior

Fallyn	Girl	She who is in charge; Leader; Descended from a ruler
Ferris	Boy	Man of vigor
Fionn	Boy	White; Fair-headed; Blessed
Finnan	Boy	Fair; White; Blessed
Fia	Girl	Weaver; Wisdom; Deer; Wood
Findley	Boy	Fair warrior; White Warrior
Falyn	Unisex	Leader
Falynn	Unisex	Leader
Fergus	Boy	Man of strength
Fenton	Boy	Marsh town; Descendant of Fiachna

Fintan	Boy	White fire; White ancient
Faolan	Boy	Little wolf
Farris	Boy	One with vigor
Finbar	Boy	Fair-headed one
Fayette	Girl	Little fairy woman; Beech forest; Faith; Raven
Fianna	Girl	Band of warriors; Brave enemies
Farrell	Boy	Descendant Of Fearghal
Faelan	Unisex	Little wolf
Fallon	Boy	Supreme; Descended from a ruler
Forbes	Boy	Field or an arena; Name of a Scottish clan

Ferrell	Boy	Descendant of Fearghail; Man of valor
Farrel	Boy	Descendant Of Fearghal
Faraday	Unisex	Man of the wood
Fynley	Unisex	White warrior
Ferguson	Boy	Son of Fergus; Manly strength; Masculine force
Finbarr	Boy	Fair-headed one (a variant of finbar)
Falon	Boy	Leader
Flannery	Girl	Descendant of Flannghal; Red valor
Finna	Girl	Sámi people from Finland; Wanderer
Finnegan	Girl	Fair-haired; Little white one

Fiana	Girl	Band of warriors; Vine; Wisdom; Favor
Feona	Girl	To run fast; To fly; To shine; To gleam; White; Blessed
Fania	Girl	One who surrounds; Crown; Ring
Fannig	Boy	A Surname in Irish
Faela	Girl	God heals
Fal	Boy	A descendant of a leader
Farol	Boy	A heroic and superior man
Farquhar	Boy	A friendly man
Feargal	Boy	A brave and courageous person
Fearghus	Boy	To have great man-strength

Feegan	Boy	A child who is eager
Feena	Girl	Fawn; Deer; White; Blessed
Felim	Boy	One who is forever good
Fenella	Girl	One with white and blessed shoulders
Feoras	Boy	He is like a rock
Fergal	Boy	Man of valor
Fergie	Boy	Man of vigor and strength
Fiachra	Boy	Battle king; Raven king
Fiacre	Boy	Battle king; Raven king
Fiadh	Boy	Wild; Wild animal; Deer; Wilderness; Respect

Fidelma	Girl	Ever good; Enduring; Constant
Findabair	Girl	Daughter of Queen Medb (Irish Mythology)
Finella	Girl	A person with fair shoulders
Fingal	Girl	Fair stranger; Blessed foreigner
Finian	Girl	White; Blessed
Finja	Boy	Red-haired; White; Blessed; Sami
Finlo	Boy	White brightness; Blessed light; Fair Lugh; Warrior
Finola	Boy	One with white shoulders; Fiery ones
Finton	Girl	White-inferno; White-bull; Marsh enclosure
Finula	Boy	One with white shoulders

Finvarra	Boy	Fair top
Fion	Boy	Fair or white; Blessed
Fiona	Boy	White; Fair; Blessed
Fionan	Boy	A fair offspring
Fionna	Boy	White; Fair; Blessed
Fionnan	Boy	White; Fair; Blessed
Fionnuala	Boy	One with fair shoulders
Fiontan	Boy	White-fire or white-bull; Only one to endure the Great Flood
Firdaws	Unisex	The Heavens or the Paradise
Firdoos	Unisex	The Heavens or the Paradise

Firdausi	Unisex	Paradisical; Heaven-like
Firuzeh	Boy	Refers to the greenish-blue colored gemstone, Turquoise
Fitzgerald	Girl	Son of Gerald; Power of the spear
Fitzpatrick	Girl	Son of Patrick; Son of the nobleman
Flann	Girl	Blood-red; Ruddy; Crimson
Fleurette	Boy	A floret; A little flower
Flinn	Boy	Son of a Flann; Red; Ruddy-colored
Flyn	Unisex	Blood-red; Ruddy; Crimson
Flynn	Unisex	Blood-red; Ruddy; Crimson
Foley	Boy	Descendant of a pirate

Forde	Boy	Dweller at the ford; Shallow river crossing
Foy	Unisex	Faith; Belief; Trust; Foundation; Raven
Farmer	Boy	Occupational name of a tax collector; Son of the husbandman
Fincher	Unisex	Craftsman or skilled worker
Finty	Unisex	White fire; White bull
Finney	Unisex	Fair-haired; Light-skinned
Faera	Unisex	Happy; Joyous
Feron	Unisex	Strong; Vigorous
Faelen	Unisex	Like a wolf
Faylen	Unisex	Young wolf

Infographic: Top Irish Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With F

Our infographic below features options from timeless classics to contemporary favorites that complement your child's personality. Scroll through the list to find the perfect name that reflects your preferences and your family's shared values.

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

Look Up For Many More Names

Do you have a name in mind and want to know more about it? Or want to find names belonging to a particular origin, religion, or having a specific meaning? Use our search tool below to explore more baby names with different combinations.