Marsaili
Meaningpearl · Scottish Gaelic
Marsaili is a Gaelic and Scottish girl name meaning “pearl”, with Scottish Gaelic roots. Scottish Gaelic names carry the sound of the Highlands and islands where they're still spoken. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It draws on the natural world and shares its name with a color or gem. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's a longer name that leaves plenty of room for nicknames, and it pairs well with a short middle name.
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 Marsaili
Marsaili is a girl name of Gaelic and Scottish origin meaning “pearl”. With 3 syllables it has a flowing, lyrical sound, and plenty of room for a nickname, so a short middle name balances it nicely. It's a rare choice in the US, so your child is unlikely to meet another Marsaili at school.
Origin:Gaelic namesScottish 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 Marsaili
What does the name Marsaili mean?
Marsaili means “pearl” and comes from Scottish Gaelic. Other girl names with a similar meaning include Margot (“pearl”), Margaret (“pearl”), Maisie (“pearl”) and Maggie (“pearl”).
What is the origin of the name Marsaili?
Marsaili is Gaelic and Scottish in origin, and its meaning traces back to Scottish Gaelic. Names often travel between languages and cultures, which is why Marsaili 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 Marsaili a boy or girl name?
Marsaili is a girl name.
What names are similar to Marsaili?
If you like Marsaili, you might also like Margot, Margaret, Maisie and Maggie.
What should I know before naming my baby Marsaili?
Marsaili is a Gaelic and Scottish girl name meaning “pearl”, with Scottish Gaelic roots. Scottish Gaelic names carry the sound of the Highlands and islands where they're still spoken. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It draws on the natural world and shares its name with a color or gem. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's a longer name that leaves plenty of room for nicknames, and it pairs well with a short middle name. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.