Beautiful Irish names and how to pronounce them
In Ireland, there are a beautiful array of names that are unique to the Emerald Isle. These names are an important part of our culture and heritage and are often handed down throughout the generations. Many of them are in the Gaelic language, which dates back to the 3rd century.
The following is a selection of some of these stunning names, along with their special meaning and the correct pronunciation:
Siobhán - Meaning ‘God’s grace’. Pronounced “Shiv-awn”
Oisín – Meaning ‘little deer’. It derives from a famous Irish myth called Oisín i dTír na nÓg Pronounced “Ush-een”
Caoimhe – Meaning ‘gentle’. Pronounded “Key-va”
Daithí – Meaning ‘swiftness’. This is the Irish name for David. Pronounced “Da-he”
Sinéad – Meaning ‘God is gracious’. Pronounced “Shin-ade”
Pádraig – Meaning ‘noble’, it is the Irish for Patrick, typically associated with the patron of Ireland. Pronounced ‘Paw-drig’
Aisling – Meaning ‘dream or vision’. Pronounced is “Ash-ling”
Niamh – Meaning ‘bright or radiant’. Pronounced “Nee-ve”
Grainne – Meaning ‘grain of love’ and is the Irish equivalent for Grace. Pronounced “Grawn-ya”
Saoirse – Meaning ‘freedom’. Pronounced "Ser-Shah"
So, if you are planning a trip to Ireland, your B&B host may have one of these names or it might be the name of a friendly local person that you meet in an Irish pub or restaurant. Irish names are truly unique and a special part the island of Ireland. Why not book your B&B experience today and see how many other Irish names you encounter on your travels around the Emerald Isle.
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