Feidhlim
Meaningever good · Irish
Feidhlim is a Gaelic and Irish boy name meaning “ever good”. 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, Feidhlim would score 17 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 Feidhlim
Feidhlim is a boy name of Gaelic and Irish origin meaning “ever good”. 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 Feidhlim at school.
Origin:Gaelic namesIrish 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 Feidhlim
What does the name Feidhlim mean?
Feidhlim means “ever good” and comes from Irish. Other boy names with a similar meaning include Ever (“ever, always”) and Felim (“ever good”).
What is the origin of the name Feidhlim?
Feidhlim is Gaelic and Irish in origin. Names often travel between languages and cultures, which is why Feidhlim turns up in more than one tradition. Other Gaelic names to consider are Liam (“resolute protector”), Owen (“well-born”), Miles (“possibly gracious”) and Logan (“little hollow”).
Is Feidhlim a boy or girl name?
Feidhlim is a boy name.
What names are similar to Feidhlim?
If you like Feidhlim, you might also like Ever and Felim.
What should I know before naming my baby Feidhlim?
Feidhlim is a Gaelic and Irish boy name meaning “ever good”. 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.