Setanta
Meaningpossibly from the Setantii tribe · Irish
Setanta is a Celtic and Gaelic boy name thought to mean “from the Setantii tribe”, 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 flowing and melodic, it's simple to spell and say, 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 Setanta
Setanta is a boy name of Celtic and Gaelic origin meaning “possibly from the Setantii tribe”. With 3 syllables it has a flowing, lyrical sound, so a short middle name balances it nicely. It's a rare choice in the US, so your child is unlikely to meet another Setanta at school.
Origin:Celtic namesGaelic names
More Celtic boy names
- Unisex name: Owen · well-born
- Unisex name: Logan · little hollow
- Unisex name: Rowan · little red-haired one
- Unisex name: Nolan · descendant of Nuallán
- Unisex name: Cameron · crooked nose
- Boy name: Ian · God is gracious
- Unisex name: Gael · a Gael
- Boy name: Arthur · possibly bear
Questions about the name Setanta
What does the name Setanta mean?
Setanta means “possibly from the Setantii tribe” and comes from Irish. Name experts don't fully agree on its roots, so this is the most likely meaning rather than a certainty.
What is the origin of the name Setanta?
Setanta is Celtic and Gaelic in origin, and its meaning traces back to Irish. Names often travel between languages and cultures, which is why Setanta turns up in more than one tradition. Other Celtic names to consider are Owen (“well-born”), Logan (“little hollow”), Rowan (“little red-haired one”) and Nolan (“descendant of Nuallán”).
Is Setanta a boy or girl name?
Setanta is a boy name.
What should I know before naming my baby Setanta?
Setanta is a Celtic and Gaelic boy name thought to mean “from the Setantii tribe”, 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 flowing and melodic, it's simple to spell and say, 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.