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25 Top Irish Names for a Baby Boy  by: Mary Arnold Would you like to give your baby boy a name reflective of your Irish roots? In this article, I’ve listed some of the most popular names for a boy in Ireland, according to the Central Statistics Office of Ireland. For each name appearing below, I have given the Gaelic spelling, the name’s meaning, and, when applicable, the Anglo-Saxon version of the name. Adhamh – Gaelic for Adam; “red earth, ruddy” Aidan – “the little fiery one” Ailín – Gaelic for Alan, Allen; “noble” Aindréas – Gaelic for Andrew; “manly, valiant, courageous” Áron – Gaelic for Aaron; “shining light, messenger” Breandan – Gaelic for Brendan; “prince” Caoimhín – Gaelic for Kevin; “handsome” Concobhar – Gaelic for Conor/Connor; “a strong will” Cormac – “lad of the chariot” Dainéal – Gaelic for Daniel; “oak” Dáivi – Gaelic for David; “beloved one” Darragh – “small great one, riches” Declan – name of a 5th century bishop Dermot – “free of envy” Donovan – “dark warrior” Dylan – “sea god, son of the waves” Fionn – “white, fair” Liam – Gaelic for William; “determined guardian” Micheál – Gaelic for Michael; “who is like God” Pádraig – Gaelic for Patrick; “noble, well-born” Roibeárd – Gaelic for Robert; “bright, famous” Ruairí – Gaelic for Rory; “the red king” Séamus – Gaelic for James; “the supplanter” Seán – Gaelic for John; “God is gracious” Steafán – Gaelic for Stephen; “crown” These are just a few of the many Irish names that would be appropriate for a baby boy. If you did not find anything you like here, there are many websites that offer a more extensive list. About The Author Mary Arnold holds a B.A. in literature and history. She is an author on http://www.Writing.Com/ which is a site for Writers. This article has been submitted in affiliation with http://www.BabyNameVote.Com/ which is a site for Baby Names. This article was posted on February 20, 2006 Read More Articles from the "Parenting" Category: Safety During Baby’s Bath by Nicole Munoz What's in a Name?: How to Identify the Right Childcare Provider for Your Family by Steven Lampert Baby’s What a Wonderful Gift by Kitty Barker Teaching Your Children with Coupons by Melanie Breeze How To Throw The Best Baby Shower In 3 Easy Steps by Linda Harrison Learning Through Senses – The Key To A Child's Development by News Canada Baby Food: Healthy Choices You Make That Matter To Baby by Janice Wee How To Enjoy Your Holiday Vacation With Your Teenager by Terre Grable Halloween Craft: Make Halloween Masks With Paper Mache by Susanne Myers Exercising With Kids -- Tips For Parents by Lynn Bode << Back to "Parenting" Index

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