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Orfhlaith

Girl name · Gaelic

Meaninggolden princess · Irish

Orfhlaith is a Gaelic girl name meaning “golden 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 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: Orfhlaith has the name Laith hiding inside it.
  • Scrabble scoreIf names were allowed in Scrabble, Orfhlaith would score 18 points, thanks largely to the F (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 Orfhlaith

Orfhlaith is a girl name of Gaelic origin meaning “golden 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 Orfhlaith at school.

Origin:Gaelic names

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Questions about the name Orfhlaith

What does the name Orfhlaith mean?

Orfhlaith means “golden princess” and comes from Irish. Other girl names with a similar meaning include Sadie (“princess”), Sarah (“princess”), Amira (“princess”) and Sara (“princess”).

What is the origin of the name Orfhlaith?

Orfhlaith is Gaelic in origin, and its meaning traces back to Irish. Other Gaelic names to consider are Nora (“honor”), Hazel (“hazel tree”), Isla (“from Islay”) and Riley (“rye clearing”).

Is Orfhlaith a boy or girl name?

Orfhlaith is a girl name.

What names are similar to Orfhlaith?

If you like Orfhlaith, you might also like Sadie, Sarah, Amira and Sara.

What should I know before naming my baby Orfhlaith?

Orfhlaith is a Gaelic girl name meaning “golden 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 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.