Irish Name Generator

20th and 21st Centuries

The Irish language and culture underwent a strong revival. Many families returned to traditional forms like Aoife, Oisín, Róisín, and Donnacha, often blending them with modern naming trends.

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18th-19th Centuries

Many Irish families were forced to adopt English spellings or translate names (e.g., Seán became John), but traditional names continued informally. Gaelic names survived within oral tradition.

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16th-17th Centuries

As English influence grows, Irish names remain culturally significant, especially in areas of resistance.

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13th-15th Centuries

Gaelic culture persisted strongly outside Norman-controlled areas. You’ll see a mix of older names and the earliest hereditary surnames.

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10th-12th Centuries

This was the era of powerful kings like Brian Boru, and names reflected status, ancestry, and heroism. Patronymics were common—mac (son of) and ingen (daughter of).

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8th-9th Centuries

Dynastic families rose to prominence, and names were passed down to assert power and lineage. Norse raids began late in this period, but native Irish naming remained dominant.

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5th-7th Centuries

This was the age of Ireland’s early Christian saints, monks, and kings. Names were drawn from Ogham Irish and often had spiritual or heroic meanings. Surnames didn’t exist yet; people were identified by lineage or place. Only one feminine name is known from this time period.

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