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Ealasaid

Girl name · Gaelic

Meaningpledged to God · Scottish Gaelic

Ealasaid is a Gaelic girl name meaning “pledged to God”, with Scottish Gaelic roots. Scottish Gaelic names carry the sound of the Highlands and islands where they're still spoken. 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 flowing and melodic, it's a longer name that leaves plenty of room for nicknames, and it pairs well with a short middle name.

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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 Ealasaid

Ealasaid is a girl name of Gaelic origin meaning “pledged to God”. With 3 syllables it has a flowing, lyrical sound, and plenty of room for a nickname, so a short middle name balances it nicely. It's a rare choice in the US, so your child is unlikely to meet another Ealasaid at school.

Origin:Gaelic names

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Questions about the name Ealasaid

What does the name Ealasaid mean?

Ealasaid means “pledged to God” and comes from Scottish Gaelic. Names built around “God” have been loved for generations, and give a child a meaning worth sharing when someone asks about their name. Other girl names with a similar meaning include Isabella (“God is my oath”), Eliana (“my God has answered”), Elias (“my God is Yahweh”) and Elizabeth (“God is my oath”).

What is the origin of the name Ealasaid?

Ealasaid is Gaelic in origin, and its meaning traces back to Scottish Gaelic. Other Gaelic names to consider are Nora (“honor”), Hazel (“hazel tree”), Isla (“from Islay”) and Riley (“rye clearing”).

Is Ealasaid a boy or girl name?

Ealasaid is a girl name.

What names are similar to Ealasaid?

If you like Ealasaid, you might also like Isabella, Eliana, Elias and Elizabeth.

What should I know before naming my baby Ealasaid?

Ealasaid is a Gaelic girl name meaning “pledged to God”, with Scottish Gaelic roots. Scottish Gaelic names carry the sound of the Highlands and islands where they're still spoken. 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 flowing and melodic, it's a longer name that leaves plenty of room for nicknames, and it pairs well with a short middle name. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.