Damhnait
Meaninglittle fawn · Irish
Damhnait is a Gaelic and Irish girl name meaning “little fawn”. 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 draws on the natural world and is also an animal name. It sounds crisp and confident, it's a longer name that leaves plenty of room for nicknames, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length.
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- Scrabble scoreIf names were allowed in Scrabble, Damhnait 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 Damhnait
Damhnait is a girl name of Gaelic and Irish origin meaning “little fawn”. Its two syllables give it an easy rhythm, and the consonant at the end gives it a confident finish. It's a rare choice in the US, so your child is unlikely to meet another Damhnait 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 Damhnait
What does the name Damhnait mean?
Damhnait means “little fawn” and comes from Irish.
What is the origin of the name Damhnait?
Damhnait is Gaelic and Irish in origin. Names often travel between languages and cultures, which is why Damhnait 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 Damhnait a boy or girl name?
Damhnait is a girl name.
What should I know before naming my baby Damhnait?
Damhnait is a Gaelic and Irish girl name meaning “little fawn”. 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 draws on the natural world and is also an animal name. It sounds crisp and confident, it's a longer name that leaves plenty of room for nicknames, 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.