Clíodhna
Meaningpossibly shapely · Irish
Clíodhna is a Gaelic and Irish girl name thought to mean “shapely”. Irish names are loved for their lilting sound and their links to Celtic saints and legends. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds soft and friendly, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length.
Did you know?
- Word funClíodhna doesn't repeat a single letter: 8 letters, all different.
- Scrabble scoreIf names were allowed in Scrabble, Clíodhna would score 14 points, thanks largely to the H (worth 4).
Fewer than 5 US babies a year get this name, so SSA doesn't list it. That makes it truly rare.
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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).
About the name Clíodhna
Clíodhna is a girl name of Gaelic and Irish origin meaning “possibly shapely”. Its two syllables give it an easy rhythm, and the open vowel at the end makes it sound soft and warm. It's a rare choice in the US, so your child is unlikely to meet another Clíodhna at school.
Origin:Gaelic namesIrish names
More Gaelic girl names
- Girl name: Nora · honor
- Girl name: Hazel · hazel tree
- Girl name: Isla · from Islay
- Unisex name: Riley · rye clearing
- Girl name: Maeve · she who intoxicates
- Unisex name: Kennedy · helmeted head
- Unisex name: Quinn · descendant of Conn
- Girl name: Alana · possibly little rock
Questions about the name Clíodhna
What does the name Clíodhna mean?
Clíodhna means “possibly shapely” and comes from Irish. Name experts don't fully agree on its roots, so this is the most likely meaning rather than a certainty. Other girl names with a similar meaning include Clíona (“possibly shapely”).
What is the origin of the name Clíodhna?
Clíodhna is Gaelic and Irish in origin. Names often travel between languages and cultures, which is why Clíodhna turns up in more than one tradition. Other Gaelic names to consider are Nora (“honor”), Hazel (“hazel tree”), Isla (“from Islay”) and Riley (“rye clearing”).
Is Clíodhna a boy or girl name?
Clíodhna is a girl name.
What names are similar to Clíodhna?
If you like Clíodhna, you might also like Clíona.
What should I know before naming my baby Clíodhna?
Clíodhna is a Gaelic and Irish girl name thought to mean “shapely”. Irish names are loved for their lilting sound and their links to Celtic saints and legends. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds soft and friendly, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.