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Gormlaith

Girl name · Gaelic · Scottish

Meaningillustrious princess · Irish

Gormlaith is a Gaelic and Scottish girl name meaning “illustrious princess”, 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 shares its name with a color or gem. 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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  • Hidden namesLook closely: Gormlaith has the name Laith hiding inside it.
  • Word funGormlaith doesn't repeat a single letter: 9 letters, all different.
  • Scrabble scoreIf names were allowed in Scrabble, Gormlaith would score 15 points, thanks largely to the H (worth 4).
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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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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).

About the name Gormlaith

Gormlaith is a girl name of Gaelic and Scottish origin meaning “illustrious princess”. 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 Gormlaith at school.

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Questions about the name Gormlaith

What does the name Gormlaith mean?

Gormlaith means “illustrious princess” and comes from Irish.

What is the origin of the name Gormlaith?

Gormlaith is Gaelic and Scottish in origin, and its meaning traces back to Irish. Names often travel between languages and cultures, which is why Gormlaith 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 Gormlaith a boy or girl name?

Gormlaith is a girl name.

What should I know before naming my baby Gormlaith?

Gormlaith is a Gaelic and Scottish girl name meaning “illustrious princess”, 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 shares its name with a color or gem. 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.