Fearghal
Meaningman of valor · Irish
Fearghal is a Gaelic boy name meaning “man of valor”, 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 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, Fearghal would score 15 points, thanks largely to the F (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 Fearghal
Fearghal is a boy name of Gaelic origin meaning “man of valor”. 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 Fearghal at school.
Origin:Gaelic names
More Gaelic boy names
- Boy name: Liam · resolute protector
- Unisex name: Owen · well-born
- Unisex name: Miles · possibly gracious
- Unisex name: Logan · little hollow
- Unisex name: Rowan · little red-haired one
- Unisex name: Aiden · little fire
- Unisex name: Nolan · descendant of Nuallán
- Boy name: Ian · God is gracious
Questions about the name Fearghal
What does the name Fearghal mean?
Fearghal means “man of valor” and comes from Irish. Other boy names with a similar meaning include Valor (“valor”), Shaurya (“bravery, valor”), Vikram (“valor”) and Pratap (“majesty, valor”).
What is the origin of the name Fearghal?
Fearghal is Gaelic in origin, and its meaning traces back to Irish. Other Gaelic names to consider are Liam (“resolute protector”), Owen (“well-born”), Miles (“possibly gracious”) and Logan (“little hollow”).
Is Fearghal a boy or girl name?
Fearghal is a boy name.
What names are similar to Fearghal?
If you like Fearghal, you might also like Valor, Shaurya, Vikram and Pratap.
What should I know before naming my baby Fearghal?
Fearghal is a Gaelic boy name meaning “man of valor”, 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 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.