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Dearbhla

Girl name · Gaelic · Irish

Meaningdaughter of Fal · Irish

Dearbhla is a Gaelic and Irish girl name meaning “daughter of Fal”. 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 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, Dearbhla would score 14 points, thanks largely to the H (worth 4).
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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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About the name Dearbhla

Dearbhla is a girl name of Gaelic and Irish origin meaning “daughter of Fal”. 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 Dearbhla at school.

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Questions about the name Dearbhla

What does the name Dearbhla mean?

Dearbhla means “daughter of Fal” and comes from Irish. Other girl names with a similar meaning include Dearbhail (“daughter of Fal”).

What is the origin of the name Dearbhla?

Dearbhla is Gaelic and Irish in origin. Names often travel between languages and cultures, which is why Dearbhla 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 Dearbhla a boy or girl name?

Dearbhla is a girl name.

What names are similar to Dearbhla?

If you like Dearbhla, you might also like Dearbhail.

What should I know before naming my baby Dearbhla?

Dearbhla is a Gaelic and Irish girl name meaning “daughter of Fal”. 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 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.