Celtic Boy Names and Irish Boy Names (100s + Meanings)

Celtic Boy Names and Irish Boy Names

 

The Celtic culture is steeped in rich history and tradition, as ancient as it is beautiful, and this history and culture is reflected in the Irish and Celtic boy names found throughout communities within Ireland and abroad.

Whether Celtic Warrior names, Celtic Mythology names, or just Irish names in general, we have you covered!

Many of these Celtic boy names have strong roots in mythology, nature, and ancient history, and are still popular today, both at home in Ireland, and wider afield with the Irish diaspora. Many of them originate from the Gaelic-Irish language.

So, if you came here to find Celtic names for boys, Celtic baby boy names, ancient Celtic boy names, Celtic Pagan boy names, or Celtic Christian boy names, you came to the right place!

Celtic Irish Boys
Celtic Irish Boys

Whether it is Patrick or Peader, Brian or Brody, you will find Irish and Celtic boy names and meanings here. If you have any suggestions, please let us know by commenting below!

We also have a separate list of the top badass Irish boy names that are typically associated with warriors or mythological figures.

Below we categorise Celtic and Irish Boy Names (Celtic Irish Warrior Names, Celtic Mythology Names etc.), followed by our A-Z of all our Irish and Celtic boy names.

 

Celtic Names Meaning Warrior

 

Andras: A Celtic name meaning warrior. This name signifies strength and is sometimes associated with a strong, charismatic personality.

 

Donovan: Of Irish origin, this name translates to “dark warrior.” It’s often associated with a strong, mysterious, and resilient character.

 

Naois: A unique Irish name that is often translated to mean “warrior”. This name is sometimes associated with a fierce and courageous personality.

 

Searlas: This is an Irish name which is believed to mean “manly” or “warrior.” It suggests a person of strength, determination, and resilience.

 

Cathán: In Irish, this name translates to “battle” or “warrior”. It’s typically associated with a strong, warrior-like character.

 

Male Celtic Warrior Names

 

Among the various aspects of this ancient culture, the names of Irish and Celtic warriors hold a special significance.

These names, deeply rooted in Irish and Gaelic traditions, offer a glimpse into the lives and values of the ancient Celts.

While some of these names are still in use today, others have faded into the background of history.

 

Celtic Male Warrior Name
Male Celtic Warrior

Cathal/
Conall
Derived from the Gaelic elements “cath” (battle) and “val” (rule), meaning a strong and skilled warrior in combat. Cathal Brugha, an Irish revolutionary and politician, played a significant role in the Irish War of Independence making this one of our favorite Male Celtic Warrior Names.
Cuchulainn A legendary Irish warrior from Celtic mythology, this Gaelic name is formed from “cú” (hound) and “Chulainn” (Culann), a blacksmith in the myth. Cú Chulainn is the central character of the Ulster Cycle, known for his incredible strength and heroism. One of our favorite Celtic boy names and a great example of a Celtic Warrior.
Fearghal Composed of the Gaelic elements “fear” (man) and “gal” (valor), it represents a brave and courageous warrior. Fearghal Ó Tadhgáin was a 12th-century Irish poet and Chief Ollam of Ireland.
Fiachra A combination of “fiach” (raven) and “rí” (king), the name signifies a warrior who leads with authority and wisdom. Fiachra, the son of legendary Irish High King Eochaid Mugmedón, is a figure in Irish mythology. One of our favorite Celtic boy names.
Finn Derived from the Old Irish “fionn,” meaning fair or white, often associated with skill and noble character. Finn MacCool, also known as Fionn mac Cumhaill, is a legendary Irish hero and leader of the Fianna warriors.
Gallagher Derived from the Gaelic “Ó Gallchobhair,” which means “descendant of the eager helper,” indicating a supportive and devoted warrior. Brendan Gallagher is a modern-day Irish rugby player, showcasing his warrior spirit on the field.
Niall Of Irish origin, meaning “champion” or “cloud,” representing a warrior who excels in battle and is celebrated for his victories. Niall of the Nine Hostages was a legendary Irish High King who united Ireland under his rule.
Oisin Derived from the Irish “os” (deer) and the diminutive suffix “-ín,” signifying a warrior with agility and precision in battle. Oisín, the son of Finn MacCool, was a renowned poet and warrior in Irish mythology.
Ruairi A Gaelic Irish name meaning “red king,” suggesting a warrior with a powerful spirit and strong leadership skills. Ruaidrí Ua Conchobair was the last High King of Ireland before the Norman invasion. One of our favorite Celtic boy names. One of our favorite Celtic boy names.
Celtic Warrior Names Male

 

Male Celtic Mythology Names

 

Central to this mythology are the figures who often serve as heroes, gods, or supernatural beings.

The names of these male mythological figures have stood the test of time, and many are still in use today.

Some of the most prominent figures in Celtic mythology include the mighty hero Cú Chulainn, the wise and resourceful Fionn mac Cumhaill, and the multi-talented god Lugh.

These characters exploits and personalities represent the Celtic people’s idolisation of strength, intelligence, and versatility.

 

Male Celtic Mythology Figure

Cú Chulainn One of our favorite Irish boy names. So good, we had to mention him twice! A legendary Irish hero and central character of the Ulster Cycle, known for his incredible strength and combat skills. Every Irish boy knows the story of Cú Chulainn.
Fionn mac Cumhaill Also known as Finn MacCool, a mythical Irish hero and leader of the Fianna warriors, celebrated for his wisdom and heroism. One of our favorite Celtic boy names
Lugh A major Irish deity associated with arts, crafts, and warfare, often described as a master of many skills and talents.
Dagda The father figure and chief god of the Irish pantheon, known for his prowess in battle, control over the weather, and abundance.
Nuada The first king of the Tuatha Dé Danann, a skilled warrior and leader who lost his arm in battle and was later restored with a silver prosthetic.
Manannán mac Lir sea deity in Irish mythology, considered the guardian of the Otherworld and the afterlife.
Oisín The legendary Irish poet and warrior, son of Fionn mac Cumhaill, who was part of the Fianna and had numerous adventures in both Ireland and the Otherworld.
Aengus Also known as Aonghus or Óengus, the Irish god of love, youth, and poetry, who is associated with birds, particularly swans. One of our favorite Celtic boy names.
Diarmuid A hero of the Fianna and a central figure in the Fenian Cycle, known for his tragic love affair with Gráinne and his legendary beauty mark.
Bran A mythical Irish hero, brother of Fionn mac Cumhaill, who had adventures in the Otherworld and became a skilled warrior and leader. One of our favorite Celtic boy names because of Bran from Game of Thrones. One of our favorite Celtic boy names.
Balor  A powerful and malevolent giant in Irish mythology, known as the king of the Fomorians and the embodiment of drought and destruction.
Cian The father of Lugh in Irish mythology, a skilled healer and member of the Tuatha Dé Danann, who was tragically killed by the Fomorians.
Tuireann  The father of the three sons of Tuireann, who were involved in an ill-fated quest for magical artifacts in Irish mythology.
Bodb Derg The son of Dagda and a prominent king of the Tuatha Dé Danann, known for his wisdom and generosity.
Celtic Mythology Names Male

 

Celtic Boy Names and Meanings (A-Z)

 

Irish Boys Names beginning with A

 

ABBAN: abbot

 

ABRACHAM, BRAM: Irish form of the male name Abraham (father of many)

 

ADAMNAN, AWNAN: little Adam

 

ADARE: from the ford of the oak tree

 

ADDERGOOLE: from between two fords

 

ADERRIG, AGHADERG: from the red ford

 

ADHAMH: of the earth

 

AENGUS, ANGUS, AONGHUS, OENGUS, UNGUS, ENOS, HUNGAS: vigorous one. One of our favorite Irish boy names.

 

AGHAMORE: from the great field

 

AGHY: friend of horses

 

AGUISTIN: majestic

 

AHANE: from the little ford

 

AHERN, AHEARN: lord of the horses

 

AICHLIN: meaning unknown

 

AIDRIAN: from the Adriatic

 

AILFRID: wise

 

AILIN: handsome

 

AINDREAS: strong

 

AINEISLIS: glorious stand

 

AINMIRE: great lord

 

AIRLEAS, ARLEN, ARLYN: pledge

 

ALABHAOIS: famous soldier

 

ALBAN: pale

 

ALPHONSUS: noble, ready

 

ALROY: red-haired

 

ALSANDAIR: defender of man

 

AMALGITH: meaning unknown

 

AMBLAOIBH: relic

 

AMBROS: divine

 

ANGUISH: myth name

 

ANLON, ANLUAN: champion

 

ANMCHA, AMNCHADH: brave

 

ANNADUFF: from the black marsh

 

ANNTOIN, ANN: priceless

 

AODHFIN, AODHFIONN: white fire. One of our favorite Irish boy names.

 

ARALT: leader

 

ARDAGH: from the high field

 

ARDAL, ARTEGAL, ARTHGALLO: high honor

 

ARDKILL: from the high church

 

ARTUR, ART: noble bear

 

ASSAN: waterfall

 

AULEY, AULIFFE, AMHLAOIBH: Irish form of Olaf (ancient)

 

AVONMORE: from the great river

Celtic Boy Names & Irish Boy Names - Celtic Men
Celtic Boy Names & Irish Boy Names – Celtic Men

 

Irish Boy Names beginning with b

 

BAETHAN, BEOLAGH: foolish

 

BAILINTIN: valiant

 

BAIRD: bard

 

BALLINAMORE: from the great river

 

BALLINDERRY: from the town of oak wood

 

BANAN: white

 

BANBHAN: piglet

 

BARRAM, BAIRRFHOINN: handsome

 

BEARNARD: brave as a bear. One of our favorite Irish boy names.

 

BEARTLAIDH: from Barts meadow

 

BELLINAGAR: meaning unknown

 

BENEN: kind

 

BIRR: from Birr

 

BLAINE, BLIAN: thin

 

BLAIR, BLAR: from the fields

 

BLATHMA: flower, sun

 

BOYNTON: from the town by the river Boyn

 

BRADY, BRADAIGH: spirited

 

BRAN: myth name

 

BRANDAN: saint name

 

BRANDUFF, BRANDUBH: black raven

 

BREANDAN: prince

 

BREASAL: pain

 

BREEN, BRAOIN: sadness

 

BRENNAN: little drop

 

Brian: Means “Noble” Ireland’s most famous High King was named Brian Boru (source). One of our favorite Celtic boy names because of how important a figure Brian Boru is in Irish history.

 

Irish Boy Names - Brian Boru
Brian Boru – High King of Ireland

BRODY: from the muddy place

 

BRONE: sorrowful

 

BUAGH, BUACH: victorious

 

BUCKLEY: boy

 

Irish Boy Names beginning with C

 

CACANISIUS: son of Nis

 

CADHLA: handsome

 

CAFFAR: helmet

 

CAHIR, CATHAOIR: warrior

 

CAIRBRE: myth name

 

CAITH: from the battlefield. One of our favorite Irish boy names.

 

CALEY, CALY, CAOLAIDHE: slender

 

CALHOUN, COILLCUMHANN: from the narrow forest

 

CALLAGHAN, CEALLACHAN: strifeCALLOUGH, CALVAGH,

 

CALBHACH: bald

 

CANICE: handsome

 

CAOLAN: slender

 

CAOMH: lovable

 

CARLIN: little champion

 

CARNEY, CEARNACH: victorious

 

CARRICK, CARRAIG: from the rocky headland

 

CARROLL, CEARBHALL: manly

 

CARTHAGE, CARTHACH: loving

 

CASHEL, CAISEAL: from Cashel 

 

CATHAL: battle strong. One of our favorite Celtic boy names.

 

CATHMOR, CATHMORE: great fighter

 

CAVAN: from Cavan

 

CELSUS: saint name

 

CIAN, CEIN, CAIN, CIANAN: archaic. One of our favorite Irish boy names.

 

CIARRAI: county

 

CILLIAN: battle. One of our favorite Celtic boy names as we love Cillian Murphy so much!

 

CINNEIDE: helmeted

 

CLARENCE, CLARRIE, CLANCY: ruddy warrior

 

CLEARY: scholar

 

CLUNY: from the meadow

 

COGHLAN, COCHLAIN, COUGHLAN: hooded

 

COINNEACH, CANICE: handsome

 

COIREALL: lordly

 

COLLA, CONARY, CONAIRE: ancient Irish name

 

COLLIN, COILIN: virile

 

COLM, COLMAN, COLEMAN, COLUMBO: dove

 

COLMCILLE: dove of the church

 

COMAN: bent

 

COMHGHAN, COWEN, COWAN, COWYN: twin

 

COMYN: shrewd

 

CONCHOBHAR, CONOR, CONNOR, CONNY, CONNIE,

 

CORNELIUS: strong-willed, wise

Celtic Boy Names & Irish Boy Names - Irish Boys
Celtic Boy Names & Irish Boy Names – Irish Boys

 

CONLAN: hero, wise

 

CONNLAIO, CONLEY,CONLETH: ardent, wise

 

CONNOLLY, CONNACHT: brave, wise

 

CONROY, CONAIRE: wise, red

 

CONWAY: hound of the plain

 

COONEY, CUANAIC: handsome

 

CORCORAN: reddish-skin. One of our favorite Irish boy names.

 

COREY, CORI, CORY: from the round hill

 

CORMAC, CORMICK, CORBMAC, CORMIC: charioteer

 

CREVAN: fox

 

CROGHER, CROHOORE: loves hounds

 

CRONAN: little dark one

 

CROWLEY, CRUADHLAOICH: hunch-backed

 

CUCHULAINN: Means “Hound of Culainn”. Famous figure from Irish mythology for slaying a Celtic Hound.

Badass Irish Boy Names - Cu Chulainn slays the hound of Culain
Cu Chulainn slays the hound of Culain

 

CUINN: intelligent

 

CUMHEA, COOEY, COVEY: Male moniker meaning hound of the plains

 

CuUladh, COOLEY, COOLIE, CULLO: hound of Ulster

 

CUYLER: chapel

 

Gaelic Irish Names beginning with ‘D’

 

DAGHDA: Mythical Name

 

DAIBHEID: dearly loved

 

DAIRE, DARY, DARRAGH, DARRY: wealthy

 

DAITHI, DAHY: quick and agile

 

DALLAN: blind

 

DAMHLAIC: meaning unknown

 

DAMON, DAMAN: tame

 

DAITHI: beloved

 

DECLAN, DEAGLAN: saint name

 

DELANEY: from the river Slaney

 

DEMPSEY: proud

 

DERMOT, DERMOD, DARBY: free

 

DESMOND, DES, ESMOND: from south Munster. One of our favorite Irish boy names.

 

DEVINE, DAIMHIN: bard

 

DONNAN, DONN: brown

 

DON, DONNY, DONOVAN: From surname originally used as first name, itself meaning “dark brown”, referring to color of hair, eyes, or skin.

 

DORAN, DEORADHAIN: exile

 

DIARMAID: of unknown origin, but perhaps combining di, “without,” and airmait, “envy”. One of our favorite Irish boy names.

 

DOUGAL, DUBHGHALL, DOUGLAS, DOYLE, DOWLE: dark stranger

 

DOW, DUBG: black-haired

 

DRISCOL, DRISCOLL: mediator

 

DUANE: Irish/Gaelic name meaning “little black-haired one; dark; swarthy.” Some variants include Dewain, Dewayne, Duwain, Duwayne, Dwain, Dwan, and Dwayne.

 

DUBHAN, DOWAN, DUGGAN, DUBHAGAIN: black

 

DWYER: black

Celtic Boy Names & Irish Boy Names - Celtic Boys
Celtic Boy Names & Irish Boy Names – Celtic Boys

 

Gaelic Monikers beginning with ‘E’

 

EACHAN: horseman

 

EAMON, EAMONN: guardian

 

EARNAN: knowing

 

EGAN, EGON, EAGON: fiery

 

EIMHIN, EIMAR, EVIN: swift

 

ELHE: legend name

 

ELROY: red-haired youth

 

ENAN, EANAN: meaning unknown

 

ENDA: saint name

 

EOGHAN, EOIN: gift of God. One of our favorite Irish boy names as it is my middle name. 

 

EOIN BAISTE: male moniker for John the Baptist

 

ERC, EARC: red

 

ERNAN: Irish form of Ernest (serious)

 

ETH: fire

 

EVOY: blond

 

Gaelic Boy Names beginning with ‘F’

 

FACHNAN: saint name

 

FAGAN, HAGAN: little Hugh

 

FAHEY, FAHY: from the green field

 

FALLON, FALLAMHAIN: ruler

Celtic Boy Names - Warrior
Celtic Warrior Names Male

 

FAOLAN, FELAN: wolf

 

FARDORAGH: dark

 

FARRY: manly

 

FAY, FEICH: raven

 

FIACHRA, FEARY, FIACH: myth name

 

FINEEN: beautiful child

 

FINBAR: handsome. Variants include Finghin, Fineen, Finnin, and Fionnbarr. One of our favorite Celtic boy names as it is such a great Irish name.

 

FINIAN: fair. Variants include Finnian, Fionan, Fionn, Phinean, and Phinian.

 

FLANN: ruddy. Variants include Flainn, Floinn, Flannan, Flannery, Flanagan, Flannagain, and Floinn.

 

FLYNN: Son of the ruddy man. Variants include Flin, Flinn, and Flyn.

 

FOGARTY, FOGERTY, FOGARTAIGH: exiled

 

FOLEY: plunders

 

FORBA: owns the fields

 

Gaelic Male Names beginning with ‘G’

 

GAFFNEY: calf

 

GAIR, GEAR: short; small one

 

GALE, GAEL, GAILE: stranger

 

GALL: rooster

 

GARA, GADHRA: mastiff

 

GARBHAN, GARVAN: rough

 

GARVEY, GAIRBITH: rough peace

 

GEAROID: spear brave

 

GERAGHTY: from the court

 

GERALT: farmer

 

GILCHRIST: Irish/Gaelic name meaning “Christ’s servant.”

 

GILIBEIRT: pledge

 

GILLEAN: Gaelic name meaning “servant of Saint John.” Variants include Gillan, Gillen, and Gillian. Name is related to Gilchrist, Gillespie, and Gilmore.

 

GILLESPIE: Gaelic name meaning “son of the bishop’s servant.”
GILLEY, GILVARRY, GIOLLA CHRIOST, GIL, GILVARRY: serves Christ

 

GILMORE: Gaelic name meaning “servant of the Virgin Mary.” Variants include Gillmore, Gillmour, and Gilmour.

 

GIOLLABRIGHDE, GILBRIDE: serves Saint Bridget

 

GIOLLABUIDHE: blond

 

GIOLLADHE, GILDEA: golden

 

GLAISNE, GLASNY: Male moniker of unknown meaning

 

GLALEANNA: dwells in the glen

 

GOFRAIDH, GODFREY, GORRY, GORRIE: peace from God

 

GOGARTY: banished. One of our favorite Irish boy names.

 

GORMAN, GORMAIN: blue

 

GOTHFRAIDH: peaceful

 

GRADY: Gaelic moniker meaning “noble” or “renowned.” Variant, Gradey, exists.

 

GREAGOIR, GRIOGHAR: watchful

 

GRUAGH: giant

 

GUTHRIE: Gaelic moniker meaning “windy spot.” Variant, Guthry exists.

 

Gaelic Names beginning with ‘H’

 

HALEY: ingenious

 

HANRAOI: rules the home

 

HEGARTY: unjust

 

HEREMON: mythical moniker

 

HEWNEY: meaning unknown

 

HICKEY: healer

 

HIERO: saint’s moniker

 

HIGGINS: intelligent

 

HOIREABARD: soldier

 

HROTHREKR: famous ruler

 

HURLEY: sea tide. One of our favorite Irish boy names as it also the name of our national sport Hurling

 

Celtic Boy Names & Irish Boy Names - Celtic Newborn Boy
Celtic Boy Names & Irish Boy Names – Celtic Newborn Boy

 

Irish Boy Names beginning with I

 

IARFHLAITH: meaning unknown

 

INERNEY: steward of church lands

 

INNIS, INIS, INYS, INNES, INISS: from the river island

 

IRIAL: meaning unknown

 

Awesome Celtic Boy Names beginning with ‘J’

 

JARLATH: tributary lord

 

JUSTIN: judicious

 

Beautiful Celtic Boy Names beginning with ‘K’

 

KALEN, KAILEN, KALAN, KALLAN, KHEELAN, KELLEN: Irish/Celtic moniker meaning “warrior.”

 

KEALAN, KELAN: slender

 

KEALLACH, KILLIAN: battle

 

KEEFE: handsome

 

KEEGAN, KEAGAN: fiery. One of our favorite Irish boy names.

 

KEELY, KEALY: handsome

 

KEENAN, KEANAN: ancient

 

KEITH: from the battlefield

 

KELLACH, KILLIAN, CEALLACH: strife

 

KELLEHER: loving husband

 

KENNEDY: helmeted

 

KENNY, KAVAN, KAVEN: handsome

 

KERRY, KEARY: from county Kerry

 

KERWIN, KERWYN: small, black one

 

KIAN, KEAN, KIENAN, KENAN: archaic

 

KIERAN, KYRAN, KIERON: dark

 

KILLDAIRE, KILDARE, KILDAIRE: from county Kildare

 

KINSELLA, KINSALE: meaning unknown. One of our favorite Irish boy names.

Celtic Boy Names & Irish Boy Names - Irish Boys
Celtic Boy Names & Irish Boy Names – Irish Boys

 

Best Celtic Names beginning with ‘L’

 

LALOR, LEATHLOBHAIR: half-leper

 

LAOGHAIRE: shepherd

 

LAUGHLIN, LANY, LEACHLAINN, LOUGHLIN: servant

 

LEARY: cattle keeper

 

LEE, LAOIDHIGH: poetic

 

LOCHLAIN, LAKELAND, LOCHLANN: home of the Norse

 

LOMAN: bare

 

LORCAN: little wild one

 

LUGAIDH: famous warrior

 

LUGH: mythical moniker of the god Lugh. One of our favorite Celtic boy names because of its ties to Celtic Mythology.

 

LUNN, LUN: strong

 

Irish Boy Names beginning with M

 

MACARTAN: son of Artan

 

MACAULEY, MACAULIFFE: son of Olaf

 

MACBRIDE: son of Bridget, Bride

 

MACCORMACK: son of Cormac

 

MACELROY: son of Elroy

 

MACMURRA, MACMAUREADHAIGH: son of Murray

 

MACQUAID: son of Quaid

 

MADDEN: small dog

 

MAELEACHLAINN, MALACHY, MILOS, MILES, MYLES: servant

 

MAELISA: serves Christ

 

MAGO, MANE: great

 

MAHER: generous

 

MAHON: bear. One of our favorite Irish boy names.

 

MALONE, MALONEY: serves Saint John

 

MANNIX, MAINCHIN: monk

 

MANNUSS: great

 

MAOLRUADHAN, MELRONE: serves Saint Ruadhan

 

MAUGHOLD: saint’s moniker

 

MEARA, MEADHRA: happy

 

MELCHIOR: meaning unknown

 

MELVIN, MELVYN, MALVIN, MAL: chief

 

MIACH: mythical moniker

 

MOGUE: saint’s moniker

 

MOLAN: servant of the storm

 

MOLLOY, MALLOY: noble chief. A Gaelic boys names. 

 

MONOHAN: monk

 

MOONEY, MAONAIGH: wealthy

 

MORAN, MORAIN: great

 

MORIARTY, MUIRCHEARTAIGH: expert seaman

 

MOROLT: Mythical legends Moniker

 

MORRISSEY: choice of the sea

 

MUIREADHACH, MURRY, MURRAY: lord of the sea

 

MULCAHY: battle chief. One of our favorite Irish boy names.

 

MULCONRY: hound of prosperity

 

MUNDY: from Reamon

 

MURCHADH, MURROUGH, MORGAN: fighter of the sea

 

MURPHEY, MURCHADH, MURPHY: sea warrior

 

Irish Boy Names beginning with N

 

NAAL: Saint’s Moniker

 

NALLY: poor

 

NAOMHAN, NEVAN, NEVYN: holy

 

NEASON, NESSAN: saint’s moniker

 

NOLAN: noble

 

NULTY, NULTE: from Ulster

 

Gaelic Names beginning with ‘O’

 

ODANODAN: of the red earth

 

ODHRAN, ORAN, ODRAN: pale green. A Gaelic boys names. 

 

OSSIAN: fawn

 

OWNEY, ONEY: meaning unknown

 

Celtic Male Names beginning with ‘P’

 

PADRIAC, PADRAIG: noble. One of our favorite Celtic boy names as every Irish boy had a best friend named Padraid (podge is often their nickname too!).

 

PARLAN, PATHOLON: legend name

 

PHELAN: joyful

 

Celtic Boy Names beginning with ‘Q’

 

QUAID: Irish form of Walter (strong warrior)

 

QUERAN: dark

 

QUIGLEY: unruly hair

 

QUINLAN: graceful. A Gaelic boys names. 

 

QUINN, QUIN: intelligent

Celtic Boy Names & Irish Boy Names - Celtic Newborn Boy
Celtic Boy Names & Irish Boy Names – Celtic Newborn Boy

 

Celtic Boy Names beginning with ‘R’

 

RAGHNALL: strong

 

REGAN, RIAGAN: little king

 

RENNY, RAIGHNE: mighty

 

RIDDOCK, REIDHACHADH, RIDDOC: from the smooth field

 

RIOBARD: bright

 

RIORDAN, RIORDAIN: royal bard

 

ROARK, RUARC, RUARK, RORKE, RUAIDHRI: famous ruler. An example of Gaelic boys names. 

 

ROGAN, RUADHAGAN, ROWE, ROWEN, ROWYN, ROWIN,

 

ROWAN, RUADHAN: red-haired. One of our favorite Celtic boy names. We love Ruadhan as a name!

 

ROIBHILIN, RAVELIN, RAVELYN, REVELIN: meaning unknown

 

ROIBIN, ROIBEARD: robin. A Gaelic boys names. 

 

RONAN: little seal. One of our favorite Celtic boy names.

 

ROONEY, RUANAIDH: hero. One of our favorite Celtic boy names as we love Wayne Rooney!

 

RORY, RUAIDHRI: red. Another one of our favorite Celtic boy names, especially the spelling Ruaidhri.

 

RUADHAN: saint’s moniker. A Gaelic boys names. 

 

RYAN, RIAN: little king

 

Gaelic Boy Names beginning with ‘S’

 

SCANLON, SCANNALAN, SCANLAN: scandal

 

SCULLY, SCOLAIGHE: herald

 

SEAFRA, SHEARY, SEAFRAID: peace from God

 

SEARBHREATHACH: judicious

 

SHAMUS, SEAMUS, SHEMUS: supplanter

 

SHANAHAN, SEANACHAN: wise

 

SHANLEY, SEANLAOCH: old hero

 

SHANNON, SEANAN: little old wise one

 

SHAUGHNESSY, SEACHNSAIGH: meaning unknown

 

SHEA, SEAGHDA: majestic

 

SHEARY, SHERON: Irish form of Geoffrey (peace of God)

 

SHEEHAN, SIODHACHAN: little peaceful one

 

SHERIDAN, SEIREADAN: untamed

 

SORLEY: Viking

 

STRAHAN, SRUTHAN: poet. One of our favorite Irish boy names as it means poet. 

 

STRUTHERS, SRUTHAIR: from the stream

 

SULLIVAN, SUILEABHAN: black-eyed

 

SWEENEY, SUIDHNE: little hero

 

Irish Boy Names beginning with ‘T’

 

TADHG, TADLEIGH: bard. One of our favorite Celtic boy names as it is a beautiful name.

 

TEAGUE, TEAGHUE: poet

 

TERRENCE: tender

 

TERRISS, TERIS: son of Terrence

 

TIARCHNACH, TIERNEY, TIER, TIGHEARNACH, TIERNAN: regal

 

TIBBOT: Irish form of Theobald (strong for the people)

 

TORIN, TORYN: chief

 

TORMEY, TORMAIGH: thunder spirit

 

TORRANCE, TORRENCE, TORRANS, TORY: from the knolls

 

TREACY, TREASIGH, TREASACH: fighter. An example of Gaelic boys names

 

TREVOR, TREABHAR: prudent

 

TULLY, TAICLIGH: peaceful

 

Celtic Boy Names beginning with ‘U’

 

UAID: Irish form of Walter (strong warrior)

 

UAINE: meaning unknown

 

UALTAR: strong fighter

 

Uilliam: Irish version of the name William

 

UTHER: mythical moniker

 

Irish Boy Names beginning with ‘W’

 

WARD: bard

 

WHELAN: joyfull

 

We hope you enjoyed this list of Celtic Irish Boy Names and their meanings! Please leave us a comment if you have any suggestions! Or why not check out our

list of Irish girl names or watch this great video below to learn how to pronounce some of these unusual Irish boy names. 

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