Gaelic Names for Boys: A Guide to Meaningful Irish and Scottish Names

Looking for a unique and meaningful name for your baby boy? Gaelic names, derived from Irish and Scottish languages, offer a rich history and beautiful sounds. These names carry deep cultural significance and often have strong, poetic meanings. Whether you're searching for a traditional classic or a modern twist, this list of Gaelic names for boys provides inspiration and insights into their origins and meanings.
| Name | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Aodhán | Little fire |
| Aibhín | Beautiful |
| Aileán | Island |
| Alastar | Defender of mankind |
| Angus | One strength |
| Aran | From the island |
| Ardal | High ground |
| Bairbre | Strong |
| Beanán | Little one |
| Bogán | Soft |
| Cailean | Little hound |
| Cairbre | The one who gives love |
| Calum | Dove |
| Cian | Ancient |
| Conall | Strong wolf |
| Cormac | Chariot ruler |
| Cúán | Handsome |
| Daire | Oak tree |
| Dara | Oak tree |
| Diarmuid | Exalted protector |
| Domhnall | World ruler |
| Eamonn | Rich protector |
| Eoghan | Born of the fire |
| Fiachra | Fire |
| Finn | Fair |
| Fionn | White |
| Fionnán | Fair one |
| Gaeil | Foreigner |
| Gallagher | Stranger |
| Gearóid | Spear |
| Iain | John |
| Liam | Strong-willed warrior |
| Lorcan | Little sea warrior |
| Macsen | The son |
| Magnus | Great |
| Mícheál | Who is like God? |
| Murchadh | Sea warrior |
| Niall | Champion |
| Óisin | Little fairy |
| Pádraig | Nobleman |
| Rían | King |
| Séamus | Supplanter |
| Seán | God is gracious |
| Tadhg | Poet |
| Tiernan | Ruler of the land |