Modern Celtic Revival baby names
Names tagged with “Modern Celtic Revival” across DNA, style, or vibe in the Namesake database.
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41 names
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- Owyn
Irish
84Young warrior or noble descendant. Derived from Irish elements suggesting youth and nobility combined with warrior heritage.
- Iyah
Irish
84Lord or master in Old Irish tradition, sometimes interpreted as a variant of Éire (Ireland) or connected to Gaelic spiritual naming practices.
- Eleany
Celtic
84Likely a variation of Eleanor/Helen, possibly blended with Irish elements. May derive from proto-Celtic meaning 'bright' or 'shining'.
- Araina
Celtic
84From Old Irish meaning 'little red one', associated with the rowan tree bearing bright red berries
- Aleyla
Celtic
76Variant of Ailey, from Irish meaning 'noble' or 'cheerful one', with possible association to light and brightness
- Deari
Celtic
62Possibly derived from Scottish roots meaning 'dear' or 'beloved,' or a diminutive form related to endearment terms in Gaelic tradition.
- Ashlan
Irish
62Dream or vision. Derived from the Old Irish element 'aislinge,' referring to prophetic dreams and spiritual visions in Celtic tradition.
- Arys
Celtic
62Noble and honorable, derived from Celtic roots denoting valor and high character.
- Keava
Celtic
62From Old Irish meaning 'little red one', associated with the rowan tree bearing bright red berries
- Noran
Irish
62From Old Irish meaning 'little red one', associated with the rowan tree bearing bright red berries
- Danara
Celtic
62Possibly derived from Irish roots meaning 'graceful' or related to the name Danu, the mother goddess in Irish mythology
- Naielle
Celtic
55Likely a variant of Niamh, from Old Irish meaning 'bright' or 'radiant.' Associated with Irish mythology and celestial luminosity.
- Amilla
Celtic
42Possibly derived from Irish elements meaning 'beloved' or related to the name Amelia with Celtic influences.
- Korin
Celtic
42Spear or hollow. Derived from the Old Irish element 'cor' meaning spear, or potentially from a place-name tradition in Irish mythology.
- Magilan
Celtic
42Possibly derived from Irish elements meaning 'bright' or 'white', with some association to ancient Celtic warrior traditions
- Asohn
Celtic
42Possibly derived from Irish roots meaning 'elf' or related to mystical/supernatural beings in Celtic tradition.
- Rhia
Celtic
42From Welsh meaning 'maiden' or 'nymph', sometimes used as a diminutive form suggesting femininity and grace
- Carmani
Celtic
42Derived from Irish roots meaning 'red' or 'ruddy', possibly connected to 'carman' (charioteer) in Celtic tradition.
- Ivionna
Celtic
42Feminine form of Ivor, derived from Old Irish meaning 'bow warrior' or 'archer', with potential connection to the name Yvonne through Norman influence.
- Caylon
Celtic
42From Old Irish, likely a variant of Caelan meaning 'slender' or possibly related to 'caol' (narrow, graceful)
- Keelen
Celtic
42From Old Irish, possibly derived from 'caol' meaning slender or narrow, or related to 'cael' suggesting grace and refinement.
- Ayren
Celtic
42Possibly derived from Irish roots meaning 'little king' or related to the rowan tree, symbolizing protection and natural beauty.
- Nawi
Irish
42From Old Irish origins, possibly related to 'naoi' meaning nine, or a variant of names from Irish maritime and nature traditions.
- Aarin
Irish
40Fair or noble. Derived from the Irish element 'ár' meaning noble, with possible roots in Old Irish traditions of virtue and worth.
- Auron
Celtic
40From Old Irish meaning 'little red one', associated with the rowan tree bearing bright red berries
- Anari
Celtic
40Rare Scottish name with disputed roots; possibly related to Gaelic 'ànar' (singular, unique) or as a modern creation blending Aran and similar Celtic elements.
- Arris
Celtic
40Son of Aedh (fire). A patronymic surname repurposed as a given name, carrying ancient Highland heritage and warrior tradition.
- Erianna
Irish
40From Old Irish meaning 'little red one', derived from Éire with diminutive suffix. Associated with Ireland and the rowan tree's bright berries.
- Siaire
Irish
40Radiant or bright. Derived from Old Irish elements suggesting luminosity and vitality, reflecting Celtic naming traditions honoring light and spirit.
- Koven
Celtic
40From Old Irish meaning 'little hollow' or 'small cave', with possible connections to the rowan tree in Celtic tradition.
- Ailan
Irish
40From Old Irish meaning 'little red one' or 'noble friend'. Associated with brightness and nobility in Celtic tradition.
- Nielle
Celtic
40From Old Irish meaning 'little red one', also associated with the rowan tree which bears bright red berries
- Elliona
Celtic
40Feminine form derived from Ella, with Celtic roots suggesting 'bright one' or 'shining light'. May also connect to Elowen, meaning 'elm tree' in Cornish.
- Deriam
Celtic
40Derived from Irish roots meaning 'small' or 'little', possibly connected to dermat meaning 'skin' or related to dark/red coloring in Old Irish tradition.
- Karrigan
Celtic
40From Irish 'Ó Ciarragáin', derived from 'ciarrag' meaning 'dark red' or 'dusky', with diminutive suffix -an.
- Joren
Celtic
40From Old Irish meaning 'little red one', associated with the rowan tree which bears bright red berries.
- Litza
Celtic
40Diminutive form related to names meaning 'red' or 'reddish', possibly connected to Liadh (gray) or similar Irish elements.
- Ysela
Celtic
40From Welsh origins, possibly related to the element for 'vision' or 'sight', conveying perceptiveness and clarity
- Ashlinn
Celtic
10Blend of 'ash' (the tree) and '-linn' (pool/lake). Evokes natural landscapes and flowing water.
- Bryndle
Celtic
6From Welsh 'bryn' meaning hill, with diminutive suffix creating 'little hill' or hill dweller
- Amair
Irish
6From Old Irish meaning 'great' or 'splendid'. A variant of Amir/Emir with Celtic roots.
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Popularity data: Social Security Administration, US births 1880–2024
