By Pamela Redmond · Updated September 2026
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Irish, English
"intoxicating"
An Anglicized form of Medb borrowed by both Shakespeare and Percy Bysshe Shelley for the of queen of the fairies. Perfect if you want something both adventurous and simple - though you could use it…
Irish
"pledge"
This feminine form of Arliss, is familiar via the recent HBO series. But why not just use Arliss?
Augusteen is an uncommon feminine name that derives from the Latin name Augustus, meaning 'great' or 'venerable.' It combines the classic root with a feminine ending, creating a distinctive variation…
Irish "spear"
"spear"
Out-of-date for a boy, innovative for a girl.
"life, livelihood"
Another candidate for mispronunciation.
"strength or exalted one"
This fanciful Irish extension of Bridget is known here through the wacky Amelia Bedelia books for kids -- an association your child may or may not like.
Bridget variation that's the root of the unattractive nickname Biddy. Bedelia is another spelling.
"bear"
Berneen is a feminine name that appears to be a modern variation of names like Bernadette or Bernice, with possible Irish influence in its ending. This rare name combines the strong Germanic element…
Irish Gaelic
"fair lady, white lady"
The traditional Irish girl's name Bevin – an Anglicization of Bébhinn – is rarely heard outside the Emerald Isle, but could make an fresh and fashionable namesake for an Aunt Beverly.
Diminutive of Bridget
"strength, power"
Uncommon choice too reminiscent of "bidet". Try Bridie instead.
Technically a pet form of Brigid and very commonly heard in Ireland, but pronunciation problems complicate Bride as a name choice in America.
Bríd is a feminine Irish name that represents the original Gaelic form of Bridget. This ancient name honors Brigid, one of Ireland's most beloved patron saints, as well as the pre-Christian Celtic…
Breda is a feminine name with multiple cultural roots. Primarily of Irish origin, it's a shortened form of Bridget, derived from the Celtic goddess Brigid, meaning "exalted one" or "strength." In…
Irish variation of Brighid
Brigidine is a unique take on Bridget used by singer Sinead O'Connor. But assuming you're not an Irish rock star, you'd probably do better to stop at Brigid.
"sorrow"
Brona is an Anglicized form of Bronach or Bronagh, the name of a sixth century mystic and follower of Saint Patrick. The name is attracting some modern notice in the US via the character Brona Croft…
"from the south"
Dacey is a delicate and lacy Irish name with real possibilities.
"dark, black"
A unisex name in the same vein as Casey, Cassidy, and Kelly, Carey and its alternative spelling Cary were familiar choices for boys in the first half of the 20th-century, and became popular in the…
Carra is a feminine name with varied origins. It may be an alternate spelling of Cara, derived from the Italian word for 'dear' or 'beloved,' or from the Irish name Ciara, meaning 'dark-haired.' Some…
"charioteer"
Male name from Irish mythology makes stylish-sounding choice for girls.
Caiside is a feminine name with Gaelic origins, derived from elements meaning 'curly-haired' or possibly 'clever' or 'ingenious.' This uncommon name carries melodic Irish heritage and has connections…
