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- Cillian (Kilian + Killian) Cillian, anglicised as ‘Kilian’ or ‘Killian’, is a traditional Gaelic boys name linked to the Irish missionary to Germany in the 7th century, Saint Kilian.
- Enda. Enda is one of several gender neutral Irish names in this guide. In ancient Ireland, Enda was a warrior-king in Ulster. Around 484, he established the first monastery on Arranmore Island in County Donegal.
- Brian. The name “Brian” possibly stems from an Old Celtic word signifying “high” or “noble.” It became one of the most popular Gaelic boys names due to Brian Boru, a historic High King of Ireland.
- Dáithí (Dathí + David) This old Gaelic boy name is hard to pronounce for some, which is why you’ll more often than not see boys given the name ‘David’ instead.
From the Scottish Gaelic name Dòmhnall meaning "ruler of the world", composed of the Old Irish elements domun "world" and fal "rule". This was the name of two 9th-century kings of the Scots and Picts. It has traditionally been very popular in Scotland, and during the 20th century it became common in the rest of the English-speaking world.
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Mar 4, 2024 · Cathal is a Gaelic name for boys meaning “ruler of battle.” Cathal is a very trendy choice in Ireland, ranked as the 68th most popular name for boys in 2020. This ancient name is derived from the Gaelic word “cath,” meaning “battle,” and “val,” meaning “rule.” It’s anglicized as Cahal, Cahill, Kathel, and occasionally ...
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Aug 16, 2023 · Origin: Gaelic, Scottish; Meaning: Ruler of the world; Alternative Spellings & Variations: Donalda, Donaldina, Donelle, Donna; Famous Namesakes: United States environmental scientist...
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May 2, 2024 · Meaning: Ruler of the world; Pronunciation: DOHN-əl; Variations: Donal, Donnell, Donald; Namesakes: Domhnall Gleeson (Actor), Domhnall Mac a'Phiocair (Poet), Domhnall de Barra (Historian) Domhnall is a Gaelic name for boys that means "ruler of the world." It reflects the aspiration to make a positive impact on a global scale.
Aug 16, 2023 · Baby Names. 100 Celtic Baby Names: Meanings & Origins. By Wendy Bumgardner. Updated on August 16, 2023. Fact checked by Daniella Amato. Do you want your baby to have a name that reflects...
Jan 21, 2022 · Meaning & History. From the Scottish Gaelic name Dòmhnall meaning "ruler of the world", composed of the Old Irish elements domun "world" and fal "rule". This was the name of two 9th-century kings of the Scots and Picts. It has traditionally been very popular in Scotland, and during the 20th century it became common in the rest of the English ...
