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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94 Irish Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With N

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Nora	Girl	Light; Bright; Honor; Dignity; Victorious
Nolan	Boy	Champion; Famous; Loud; Descendant of Nuallán
Norah	Girl	Light; Bright; Honor; Dignity
Nyla	Girl	Passion; Fury; Hero; Cloud
Nylah	Girl	Achiever; Fury or passion; Hero; Cloud
Nola	Girl	Olive tree; God is with us; White shoulders; Fair; Noble
Neil	Boy	Champion; Cloud; Passion; VIctory
Nelson	Boy	Son of Neil; The son of Nell; Cloud; Champion
Niam	Boy	Radiant; Bright; Law; Given by God
Neveah	Girl	Heaven; Child from heaven; Bright; Radiant

Nile	Boy	Fury; Passion; Cloud; Hero; Victory of the people; River; Champion
Neal	Boy	Cloud; Passionate; Victory; Honour; Champion
Neel	Boy	River; Blue; Cloud; Horn; Champion
Nigel	Boy	Hero; Dark-haired; Black; Cloud; Fury; Passion
Niall	Boy	Champion; Hero; Passionate; Cloud
Niya	Girl	To passover; Bright; Purpose; Of Sidon
Nyle	Boy	Champion or hero; Fury or passion; Cloud
Nya	Girl	Friend; Young; Purpose
Neev	Boy	Groundwork; Elementary; Bright
Nolen	Boy	Famous; Loud; Champion

Niles	Boy	Fury; Passion; Cloud; Hero
Nevin	Boy	New; Son of the little saint; Thin man
Neve	Girl	Snow; Bright; Radiant; Beauty; Pleasant
Nessa	Girl	Miracle; Chaste; Holy; Pure
Niah	Unisex	Purpose; Bright
Nolyn	Unisex	Noble one; Champion; Famous
Noland	Boy	Champion; Famous; Descendant of Nuallán
Nyles	Boy	Champion or hero; Fury or passion; Cloud
Naiya	Girl	Purpose; Tenacity; Bright; Beautiful; To shine; Reed; Pipe
Niamh	Girl	Shining; Bright; Radiant

Nylan	Unisex	Fury; Passion; Hero; Cloud
Nakayla	Unisex	Victorious; Wise; Respected
Nevan	Boy	Youngest saint; Spiritual person
Nolin	Unisex	Famous; Loud
Noreen	Girl	Esteem; Honor; Dignity; Luminous
Neila	Girl	Champion; Cloud; Attainer
Nalan	Boy	Descendant of Niallán
Neilan	Boy	Champion; Cloud; Passion; VIctory
Naiyah	Girl	Purpose; Tenacity; Bright; Beautiful; To shine; Reed; Pipe
Nolah	Unisex	Feminine; Unique; Whimsical

Neven	Boy	Worker of the saint's follower; Marigold
Neville	Boy	New town; Saint
Nevyn	Boy	The one who does devotion to the saints
Neave	Unisex	Bright
Nuala	Girl	White shoulder; Lamb; Born of the sea
Nivek	Boy	Handsome; Beautiful; Gentle; Kind; Honest
Neala	Girl	Cloud; Passionate; Victory; Honour; Champion
Nealon	Boy	Descendant of Niallán; Champion
Neviah	Girl	One who can foretell the future; Bright; Radiant; Heaven; Snow
Niven	Boy	Little saint; Holy one

Nyron	Unisex	Strong; Powerful
Neeson	Unisex	Son of Naois; Son of the champion
Nyia	Girl	Bright; Benevolent love; Purpose
Naylan	Unisex	Fury; Passion; Hero; Cloud
Niveen	Boy	Radiant; Little saint
Nial	Boy	Champion; Cloud; Passionate
Nigil	Unisex	Dark; Black-haired; Furry; Passion; Hero
Naethan	Boy	Gift of God
Naiel	Unisex	Attainer; Passion; Hero
Nigella	Girl	Hero; Dark-haired; Black; Cloud; Fury; Passion

Nelda	Girl	Torch; Shining light; Sun ray; From the alder trees; Champion;
Norelle	Girl	Light; Honor
Neiva	Unisex	Snowy; Snow-covered; Bright; Shine; Beauty
Nevina	Girl	Saint worshipper; Innocent; Marigold
Neelie	Girl	Champion; Cloud; Passionate; Horn
Niarah	Unisex	Unique; Mysterious; Charismatic
Neeve	Unisex	Bright; Radiant
Neira	Unisex	Cloud
Noon	Unisex	Descendant of Nuadhán; Sword blade
Naoise	Boy	Name of a warrior in Irish mythology

Neale	Girl	Champion
Neile	Girl	Protector; Guardian; Fighter; Warrior
Neill	Girl	Fury; Passion; Hero; Cloud; Victory; Champion
Neille	Boy	The one who always wins the title
Nele	Girl	Horn; Fury; Passion; Cloud; Hero
Nemain	Girl	A spirited women or a Goddess in Irish mythology
Nerisha	Girl	That can reveal hidden treasure
Nesbit	Boy	From Nisbet, Roxburghshire
Nessie	Girl	Chaste; Gentle; To sacrifice or worship
Nialla	Girl	Fury; Passion; Cloud; Hero

Nigellus	Boy	Winning person; Overcomer; Conqueror
Ninion	Boy	The one who is in need of water
Njal	Boy	The one who wins the contest
Noirin	Girl	Respectful or honest or decent
Noodan	Boy	A romantic and beloved person
Noreena	Girl	Light; Honor
Nev	Boy	New town; Holy; Saint
Navan	Unisex	Cave
Neasa	Boy	Not gentle; The name of an Irish queen
Nevie	Unisex	Radiant; Bright

Nanno	Unisex	Bear; Honor; Esteem; Dignity; Daring child
Nion	Unisex	Fifth letter of the Ogham alphabet
Neive	Girl	Bright; Beauty
Nally	Unisex	Poor

Infographic: Popular Irish Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With N

Irish Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With N are a beautiful blend of cultural values and traditions. In addition to being deeply meaningful, they carry stories of heritage and hopes for the future. Our infographic below shares some charming choices that are distinct, elegant, and timeless. Explore the list to find a name that would be an added gem to your child's shining personality. Share this infographic with other expecting parents and help them find a rare jewel for their children.

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

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