By Pamela Redmond · Updated September 2026
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Feminine form of Niall, Irish, Scottish
"cloud"
Rare and rhythmical with a familiar look about it, Nialla is a feminine form of masculine Niall. It may appeal to those wanting to honor a Neil, a Neal, or a Niall itself, or to those looking for…
Irish
While Niall -- pronounced as Neil or like the river Nile -- is conventionally a boys' name, it might theoretically work for girls.
Noreena is a feminine name with several possible origins. It may be a variant of Noreen, the Irish diminutive form of Nora meaning "honor" or "light." The additional syllable gives Noreena a more…
"descendant of Brian"
This kind of authentic Irish surname makes a memorable first name for either sex, following in the path of all the Mac and Mc names recently popular.
"little pale green one"
This Irish saint's name sounds like a lopped-off Lorna.
Irish variation of Polly
Authentic Irish choice, easy to spell, tricky to pronounce.
Peig is a traditional Irish feminine name, functioning as a diminutive form of Margaret. The name Margaret itself derives from Greek 'margarites' meaning 'pearl'. Peig gained notability in Ireland…
Irish, diminutive of Mairead, Irish form of Margaret
Infrequently used relic of the Maureen-Colleen-Kathleen era, though it does seem to have a bit more energy than the others.
Irish and Scottish; Hindi
"rowan tree, little redhead; ascension"
Rohan is an Indian (masculine) name derived from Sanskrit and meaning "ascension", however, it is one of those names with cross-cultural possibilities. It can also be a spelling variation of Rowan or…
"excellent; freedom"
An ancient and powerful name, Saraid may intrigued those who enjoy Saoirse, Mairead, Brigid, and Sara but are looking for something historical and unique. Traditionally pronounced as "SA-rid" or…
Irish Gaelic
"god is gracious"
More streamlined – and more authentic – than Shawna.
Irish variation of Sean or Shannon
As a boy's name, Shane is related more directly to the 50s movie cowboy and the Irish name Sean; for a girl, it might be a variation on Shannon, Shana, or Shawn. Parenthood star Erika Christensen…
American, phonetic spelling of Siobhan
Shevonne is proof that a name can be pretty and tacky at the same time.
Variation of Siobhan, Irish
"God is gracious"
Variant (mis)spelling of Siobhan.
Toireasa is a distinctively Irish feminine name with Gaelic origins. It is a variation of Theresa or Teresa, which derives from Greek roots meaning "harvester" or "summer." In Irish usage, Toireasa…
"little lord"
An old Irish surname cousin of Tierney that makes an unusual and appealing Irish gender switch.
Diminutive or variation of Irish surname Tabar
"water pourer"
A nickname with quirky, old-fashioned charm, Tipper likely comes from the Irish surname, Tabar, meaning "water pourer", though it may also just be used as a playful pet name for a girl, if it happens…
Tulla is a feminine name with multiple cultural origins, appearing in Scandinavian, German, and Irish naming traditions. In Scandinavian contexts, it may derive from the Old Norse name Þórhildr,…
English
"gates"
Yeats, the strong name of the great Irish poet, would work better for a boy. Also has possible pronunciation problem with people who might think it rhymes with Keats. Yeats rhymes with the word from…
Irish surname
If you love the venerable Southwestern painter but feel Georgia's gotten too overheated, you might want to go all the way to this Irish surname in the fashionable O' family.
