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Irish Name	Pronounced	Meaning	English & Other Variants
Daimhin	daw-veen	Daimhin means "divine" or "heroic" in Irish. During 15th century Ireland, it was the surname of the Chief of County Tyrone and Fermanagh, who was named O'Daimhin. It remains a popular unisex name to this day.	Davina
Daireann, Dairinn, Doireann, Dorind	dahr-een	In Irish mythology, Daireann was famous for her ability to brew potions. She was one of the many wives of Fionn MacCumhail. Daireann asked Fionn to have only her as his wife for one year, and then to have at least half of his time after that. Daireann ended up driving Fionn mad with her potions. Descendants of the House of Daireann are known for the warrior ability, propensity for vengeance and also for following the potion brewing traditions of Daireann. These names and their multitude variants have proven extremely popular over time.	Derinn, Darina, Doreen, Dorothy, Dolly
Damhnait, Damhnat	dev-nawt	Comes from the Irish word "damh" meaning fawn. St. Damhnait was born in the Kingdom of Oriel (now County Monoghan) in the 7th century. After her mother died, her father made incestuous advances on her and she fled to Achill Island and devoted her life to helping the mentally ill. Her life was tragically ended when her father tracked her down and killed her. Today, there is a church and graveyard on Achill Island bearing her name.	Devnet, Davnat
Darcy, D'Arcy	dar-see	This name has its roots in the Irish word "dorcha" meaning "dark-haired." It is often given to girls with a dark complexion.	N/A
Dearbhail, Dearbhala, Deirbhile, Dervla	dayr-voll	The Irish name Dearbhail means "Daughter of Ireland" or "Daughter of a poet." St. Deirbhile is a 6th century Irish Saint from County Mayo. Today there is an ancient church honoring her name in County Mayo, the ruins of which date back to the 12th century. It is said that if you climb through the small east window of the church, you will have good fortune for the rest of your life.	Derval, Dervla
Dechtire	dek-tir-a	Wife of Sualtam and mother of Cuchalainn, Dechtire was a charioteer. In Irish mythology, her party sought shelter in a house during a hunting expedition. The wife at the house was in labor and soon delivered a baby boy. Upon awakening the following morning, the man and wife had both disappeared. Dechtire took the infant boy home, but he died soon after. Later when Dechtire was having a drink a tiny creature leaped from the drink straight into her mouth. After falling asleep, Lugh, an Irish deity and ancient High King of Ireland appears to her and tells her that her hunting party had stayed in his house when they sought shelter. He goes on to inform her that she is now carrying his child. Dechtire later delivered a baby boy named Cuchulainn, who becomes a famous Irish warrior.	N/A
Deirdre, Deedra, Deirdriu	deer-dra	From the Celtic word meaning "woman." Deirdre is a tragic heroine in Irish mythology. At her birth, it is prophesized that she will be so beautiful, her beauty will cause the three major warriors in Ulster to war over her. Conchobar, King of Ulster has her raised in seclusion so he can marry her when she is old enough. Deirdre falls in love with another man, Naoise, and they run away to Scotland. Conchobar tracks them down, has Naoise killed and later, frustrated by Deirdre's lack of love for him, gives her to Eogan, the man who killed Naoise. Rather than live with the man who killed her love, Deirdre kills herself by leaning out of her chariot and dashing her head against a rock.	N/A
Dunflaith, Dunla	dun-la	In Irish, this name roughly means "dark princess." In Irish mythology, Dunflaith was daughter of Flaithertach, King of Ulster and husband to Niall Frassach, High King of Ireland during the 8th century	N/A
Dymphna	dimf-na	Thought to mean "poetic in Irish. St. Dymphna was the daughter of a Pagan Irish Chieftain and his Christian wife, and was raised in County Tyrone. When her mother died, her father Damon began an extensive search for a replacement. Finding none, his advisors reminded him that Dymphna had the same good looks as her mother. When Damon made advances on her, Dymphna fled to Belgium with her confessor. Damon tracks her down and beheads her after she refuses to return to Ireland with him. St. Dymphna is the patron saint of families, insanity, incest victims, epileptics, and runaways.	N/A
Eachna, Echna	eack-na	Thought to mean "stallion" or "horse" in Irish. Eachna was the daughter of the King of Connacht in ancient times. She was renowned for both her beauty and her clothes.	N/A
Eadan	ay-den	This is a more modern version of the name Etain.	N/A
Ealga	ehl-gah	In Irish, the name Ealga means "noble" or "friendly." A fairly common description of Ireland is "Inis Ealga," which translates into "Noble Isle."	N/A
Easnadh	as-na	Thought to mean "music" or "a musical sound" in Irish.	Esnad
Eibhleann, Eibhlin, Eibhlinn	eve-linn	Light, beauty, enchanting and glorious are meanings of this wonderful Irish name. Eibhlín Dubh Ní Chonaill was a famous Irish noblewoman and poet in 18th century. She was one of 22 children and was married at age 15. Her elderly husband died a mere six months after their wedding. Her most famous work is entitled Caoineadh Airt Uí Laoghaire and is the most famous love poem in the Irish language.	Eileen, Evlin
Eimear, Emer, Eimer	ee-mer	In Irish mythology, Eimear was the daughter of Forgall, and was betrothed she was betrothed at an early age to Cuchulain. However, when the time came to be wed, Forgall was against the marriage and convinced Cuchulain to go to Scotland and train in the arms with a famous woman warrior. Secretly, Forgall hoped the challenge would prove too much for Cuchulain. Cuchulain would eventually return from Scotland, a master of many forms of warfare. When Forgall still forbade the marriage, he stormed Forgall's castle, kidnapped Emer and stole Forgall's treasure. Emer and Cuchulain were married but that did not stop Cuchulain's wandering eye. Emer accepted this until she caught him with Fand, a married woman, and saw the depth of their love. She decided to kill Fand but seeing the strength of their love decided to back out instead. Fand, touched by her unselfishness went back to her husband and Emer and Cuchulain lived happily ever after.	N/A
Einin	ah-neen	This is a more modern Irish name that means "small bird."	N/A
Eirnin	er-neen	Thought to mean "iron" in Irish. In Irish mythology, Eirnin was the mother of the three main goddesses in Ireland - Babbu, Erie, and Fodla. There is also a Saint Eirnin whose Feast day is celebrated on January 26th.	Erníne, Ernin
Eithne, Eitna	en-yeh	Means "kernel" or "little fire" in Irish. Eithne has proven a very popular name throughout Irish history. Famous Irish figures with this name include the mother of Lug (High King of ancient Ireland and Celtic god), the wife High King Fiacha Finnfolaidh (also mother of Tuathal Teachtmhar), the mother of St. Columba (also known as Columcille - monk, founder and Abbott of Iona), and "Enya," a popular modern-day Irish musician.	Enya
Enda	en-da	Means "birdlike" in Irish and is a popular name for both boys and girls. Saint Enda was a famous warrior and king of Oriel. His sister, Saint Fanchea convinced him to lay down his arms and study for the priesthood. Saint Enda (Enda of Aran) founded one of the first monasteries in Ireland, Killeaney on Aran Mor. St. Enda is known as the father of Irish Monasticism.	Eanna, Einne, Endeus
Erin	ayr-in	One of the most popular Irish names, Erin can mean either "of Ireland" or "peace and love." One of the best known Irish sayings is "Erin go bragh" which means "Ireland Forever."	N/A
Etain	aye-teen	The meaning of this Irish name is often associated with the sun. In Irish mythology, Etain was the lover of Midir. Midir's jealous first wife, Fuamnach, cast a series of spells upon Etain. These turn her into a lake, a worm and finally, a butterfly. After many harrowing experiences, Etain is finally reunited with Midir with both becoming swans and flying away.	Aideen, Eadaoin
Fainche, Fanchea	fine-cha	Thought to mean "free" in Irish. In ancient Ireland, St. Fanchea convinced her warrior brother to lay down his arms and take up the priesthood instead. Fanchea was a nun who was thought to have incredible talents as an overseer of souls. Fanchea was founder/abbess of a convent at Rossary, Fermanagh and died in 585.	Fanny
Feidhelm	fy-elm	In Irish, Feidhelm means "nine times as beautiful." Feidhlem was a woman warrior, daughter of Conchabhar, the King of Ulster. There is also an Irish Saint by this same name who's feast day is celebrated on December 9th.	Fedelm, Fidelma
Feme	fe-va	Means "young woman" or "girl" in Irish. In Irish history, there is a St. Feme and her Feast day is celebrated on September 17th.	N/A
Fethnaid, Fethnat	fay-nid	Fethnaid was the daughter Fidach, a well-known figure in Irish mythology. Fidach was a famous singer for the Tuatha De Danann (people of the goddess Danu and the fifth group to settle Ireland). As she grew older, Fethnaid became an excellent harp player, and performed alongside her father. Her death was considered one of the great tragedies of the Tuatha.	Fenit
Fianait	fee-uh-nit	Means "wild creature" or "deer" in Irish. According to legend, girls given this name tend to be warm and caring people. They look for symmetry and tranquility in their lives, excel at diplomacy, and make excellent peacekeepers.	Feenat
Fial, Feale	fee-ul	In Irish, the name Fial means "modest" or "generous."	N/A
Fianna	fee-ina	In Celtic times a "Fianna" was a band of semi-independent warriors who could be called upon by their king in times of need. In this type of warrior band, women would often fight alongside the men and there is a strong tradition of celebrated women warriors.	N/A
Fidelma, Fedelma	fah-del-mah	Means "exquisite" in Irish. St. Fidelma and her sister St. Eithne were disciples of St. Patrick in the 5th century.	N/A
Fionnait	fee-ohn-ayt	Means "fair haired" and/or "beautiful" in Irish. May also refer to a pale or fair complexion. The name Fiona is the feminine version of the male name Fionn, possibly Ireland's most legendary mythological Celtic warrior.	Fiona
Fionnoula, Fionnghuala, Fionnuala, Fionnula	fyun-oo-la	In Irish, means "fair shouldered" which can be taken as referring to hair or complexion. In Irish mythology, Fionnoula was the daughter of King Lir and his wife Aobh. When her Aobh died, Lir remarried a new wife, Aoife. Aoife became jealous of the love that Lir had for Fionnoula, and her three siblings. Aoife cast a spell on the four children, turning them into white swans, and sentencing them to spend three hundred years at each of three different bodies of water. The only way the spell could be broken was with the sound of a Christian bell ringing. Eventually, St. Patrick came to Ireland, and it was his ringing of the bell during mass that finally broke the spell. This allowed Lir, Aobh, and their four children to finally be reunited. Fionnoula is known as the swan maiden in Irish mythology.	Finola, Nuala
Finnseach	finn-shuk	The meaning of this word in Irish is "blonde" or "fair-haired". Already did 1st sentence, now do the rest. THERE IS NO REST, Found 2 saints, one for Meath, feast day is 2/18, one from Tyrone, feast day is 10/16, couldn’t find any more detail though	Finsha; Finnsech
Gael	gay-el	The Gaels is the name of a Celtic tribe that settled Ireland, but who eventually migrated to Scotland and the Isle of Man. They are recognized as the origin of the Irish language. Many people consider themselves Gaelic, and while they do not speak the language, they have ancestry and heritage from the Gaels. There are many famous Gaels including Columcille (St. Columba), a monk who is credited with introducing Christianity to Scotland.	Gail, Gayle
Geileis	gyel-aish	In Irish, Geilis means "shining swan. There have been several Irish Princesses throughout history that have had this name.	N/A
Gobnait, Gobnet	gub-nit	Means "little smith" in Irish. Gobnait is a 5th century Irish saint whose feast day is celebrated on Feb. 11. She is the Patron Saint of Irish beekeepers, explaining why the anglicized version of her name is Deborah, which in Hebrew means bee. Gobnait is famous for defeating an enemy by releasing her bees on them. There is a legend that tells of angels appearing to Gobnait and telling her that she would find her place of resurrection where she found nine white deer grazing. Gobnait spent many years searching for the deer, finally finding them in County Cork where she is buried.	Deborah, Abbie, Dora
Gormlaith, Gormley, Gormla	gur-um-la	Thought to mean "blue or illustrious princess" in Irish. Gormlaith lived in the 10th century and was most famous for marrying Brian Boru, High King of Ireland. Her nickname was "Kormloo" which means beautiful, and yet...completely wicked. After Brian divorced her, Gormlaith began forming opposition to the King, encouraging Brian's challengers to gain support from Vikings outside Ireland. These efforts culminated in the Battle of Clontarf where Brian was killed though his warriors eventually won the battle.	Barbara
Grainne, Grania	graw-nyeh	Grainne is based on the Irish word "gra" which means "love." In Irish mythology, Grainne is betrothed to Fionn MacCumhaill but is repelled by his age. She casts a love spell on Fionn's nephew Diarmuid and runs away with him. Pursuit by Fionn prevents them from ever spending two nights in the same place. Years later, Fionn pardons Diarmuid, but while boar hunting with Fionn, Diarmuid is wounded. Fionn waits until it is too late to help him. This is one of the most famous love triangle stories in Irish mythology.	Gertrude, Grace
Granuaile	graw-nya-wayl	Means "grain" or "seed" in Irish. One of the more interesting figures in Irish history, Granuaile Ni Mhaille (Grace O'Malley) was a sea captain. She was twice put behind bars, twice widowed, and was finally pardoned by Queen Elizabeth. A popular story about her involves a visit to Howth Castle in order to meet with Baron Howth. Upon arrival she found the gates closed. She was refused entry and told that the Howth family was having dinner and were not accepting guests. She abducted Baron Howth's nephew, only returning him on the condition that the gates to the castle would always remain open, and that an extra place would always be set at the table for unexpected guests. These conditions are still honored by the Baron's descendants today.	Grace
Grian	gree-un	In Irish mythology, Grian was the Celtic sun goddess, and her sister, Aine, was the goddess of healing. Grian was later to become known as a fairy queen, and is celebrated for helping people in achieving their ambitions. Her name is synonymous with the sun.	N/A
Ide, Ida	ee-deh	Saint Ida was a 5th century Irish nun. She headed an association of women and also founded a school in Limerick. One of her pupils would become known as St. Brendan. She is credited with performing many miracles including reincarnating a beheaded man. Ida was thought to have the gift of foresight and was held in the greatest respect by many other saints. Her Feast day is celebrated on January 15th.	Ita, Ite
Iona	i-o-na	Means "sacred" or "blessed" in Irish. When Columcille (St. Columba) was exiled from Ireland he founded a monastery on Iona, an Island between Ireland and Scotland. This monastery became a focal point of early Christianity becoming famous throughout Europe as a beacon of knowledge and Christianity. Columcille began his conversion of pagan Scotland from his monastery on Iona, and was responsible for converting much of Scotland and northern England to Christianity. It is thought that "The Book of Kells" may have been produced on Iona. After a series of Viking raids on the Island in the 9th century, the relics of Columcille were divided between Ireland and Scotland, and the monastery was abandoned.	N/A
Ionait	een-nit	Means "faithful," or possible "sincere" in Irish.	Enat

Irish Baby Girl Names D - I