Eirlys

IRE-liss; AYR-liss

Welsh

"snowdrop"

Eirlys Origin and Meaning

The name Eirlys is a girl's name meaning "snowdrop".

This ethereal Welsh word name has a sound as pretty and delicate as its floral namesake. Pronounced with a bright IRE sound like in Iris or an AYR sound like in air, depending on region, Eirlys entered the US stats for the first time in 2024 when it was given to 8 babies. Also used for around 10 girls in England and Wales each year, parents may be inclined to consider Eirlys as an alternative to Eira which has been climbing up the charts.

Popularity of the name Eirlys

• 1061 Nameberry 2025

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Famous People Named Eirlys

• Eirlys Bellin is a character actress and comedian. She was on Doctor Who and did voice over work on Bob the Builder and Sabrina, the Animated Series.
• Eirlys Britton is a Welsh actor and folk dancer. He was on the BBC soap People of the Valley and after his career he gained an interest in folk dancing and became a member of the Cardiff Folk Dance Company.