Felim
Meaningever good · Irish
Felim 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 easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length.
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- Hidden namesLook closely: Felim has the name Eli hiding inside it.
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 Felim
Felim 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 Felim 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 Felim
What does the name Felim mean?
Felim means “ever good” and comes from Irish. Other boy names with a similar meaning include Ever (“ever, always”) and Feidhlim (“ever good”).
What is the origin of the name Felim?
Felim is Gaelic and Irish in origin. Names often travel between languages and cultures, which is why Felim 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 Felim a boy or girl name?
Felim is a boy name.
What names are similar to Felim?
If you like Felim, you might also like Ever and Feidhlim.
What should I know before naming my baby Felim?
Felim 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 easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, 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.