Gaelic Boy Names: A Guide to Meaningful Irish Names

Looking for a strong and meaningful name for your baby boy? Gaelic names, originating from the Irish language, are rich in history and tradition, offering a beautiful selection for your little one. These names carry deep significance, often linked to nature, strength, or virtues, making them a unique and evocative choice. Whether you're searching for a classic name like Finn or a more modern option like Eoghan, this list of Gaelic boy names will help you find the perfect one for your son.
1. **Aiden:** Little fire; fiery one.
2. **Alistair:** Defender of mankind.
3. **Angus:** One strength; single-minded.
4. **Aran:** Mountain; high place.
5. **Arlo:** Hillside; green hill.
6. **Barnaby:** Son of the prophet.
7. **Blaise:** To stammer; to stutter.
8. **Bodhi:** Awakening; enlightenment.
9. **Bran:** Raven; crow.
10. **Caelan:** Little warrior; small fighter.
11. **Calum:** Dove; peacemaker.
12. **Cian:** Ancient; old.
13. **Conall:** Strong wolf; warrior.
14. **Cormac:** Strong chariot driver; lord.
15. **Darragh:** Strong oak tree; robust.
16. **Declan:** Man of prayer; devout.
17. **Eamonn:** Rich protector; wealthy guardian.
18. **Eoghan:** Born of fire; fiery one.
19. **Fergus:** Strong man; warrior.
20. **Finn:** Fair; white.
21. **Gareth:** Spear; lance.
22. **Gavin:** Hawk; falcon.
23. **Ian:** God is gracious; the Lord is merciful.
24. **Kieran:** Little dark one; small black one.
25. **Liam:** Strong-willed warrior; protector.
26. **Lorcan:** Little fierce one; little strong one.
27. **Macsen:** Son of the old one; elder son.
28. **Magnus:** Great; powerful.
29. **Maolán:** Bald; shaved head.
30. **Mícheál:** Who is like God?; similar to God.
31. **Niall:** Champion; strong warrior.
32. **Oisin:** Little fawn; young deer.
33. **Padraig:** Nobleman; gentleman.
34. **Rhys:** Ardour; fiery.
35. **Rían:** Little king; small king.
36. **Séamus:** Supplanter; one who takes the place of another.
37. **Sean:** Old; ancient.
38. **Shane:** God is gracious; the Lord is merciful.
39. **Tadhg:** Poet; bard.
40. **Tiernan:** Lord of the land; landowner.