Clíona
Girl name · Celtic · Gaelic · Greek · Irish
Meaningpossibly shapely · Irish
Clíona is a Celtic and Gaelic girl name thought to mean “shapely”, with Irish roots. 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 easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length.
Did you know?
- Word funClíona doesn't repeat a single letter: 6 letters, all different.
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 Clíona
Clíona is a girl name of Celtic, Gaelic and Greek 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 Clíona at school.
Origin:Celtic namesGaelic namesGreek namesIrish names
More Celtic girl names
- Girl name: Evelyn · possibly desired
- 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: Genevieve · possibly woman of the people
Questions about the name Clíona
What does the name Clíona mean?
Clíona 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 Clíodhna (“possibly shapely”).
What is the origin of the name Clíona?
Clíona is Celtic, Gaelic and Greek in origin. Names often travel between languages and cultures, which is why Clíona turns up in more than one tradition. Other Celtic names to consider are Evelyn (“possibly desired”), Hazel (“hazel tree”), Isla (“from Islay”) and Riley (“rye clearing”).
Is Clíona a boy or girl name?
Clíona is a girl name.
What names are similar to Clíona?
If you like Clíona, you might also like Clíodhna.
What should I know before naming my baby Clíona?
Clíona is a Celtic and Gaelic girl name thought to mean “shapely”, with Irish roots. 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 easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, 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.