Eimear
Meaningform of Emer · Irish
Eimear is a Gaelic and Irish girl name meaning “form of Emer”. 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 crisp and confident, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length.
Did you know?
- World travelerEimear isn't just an American favorite: it's popular in Ireland too, so it travels well.
- GenerationEimear peaked in 2002, which makes it a Gen Z name. The typical Eimear you'd meet today is about 23 years old.
- HistoryEimear first shows up in US birth records in 2002, the first year at least 5 babies got it. That makes it a fairly new name, younger than many of today's parents.
US births per million girls, 2002–2025
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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).
About the name Eimear
Eimear is a girl name of Gaelic and Irish origin meaning “form of Emer”. Its two syllables give it an easy rhythm, and the consonant at the end gives it a confident finish. It's a fresh, modern name that only arrived in US birth records in recent decades. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name.
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 Eimear
What does the name Eimear mean?
Eimear means “form of Emer” and comes from Irish.
What is the origin of the name Eimear?
Eimear is Gaelic and Irish in origin. Names often travel between languages and cultures, which is why Eimear 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 Eimear a boy or girl name?
Eimear is a girl name.
How popular is the name Eimear?
Eimear is rare: fewer than 5 US girls got it in 2025, and it was last given to 5 or more in 2002. It peaked at #15,432 in 2002, so it's a name with history that few kids share today.
What should I know before naming my baby Eimear?
Eimear is a Gaelic and Irish girl name meaning “form of Emer”. 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 crisp and confident, 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.