Saoirse
Saoirse: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈsɪə(ɹ).ʃə/ · /ˈsɜː(ɹ).ʃə/
Meaning and origin of Saoirse
Root meaning: “freedom”
- A female given name from Irish.
Etymology
Borrowed from Irish Saoirse, from saoirse (“freedom”).
How popular is Saoirse?
Since 1880, 4,068 girls in the U.S. have been named Saoirse. Its highest rank for girls was #735 in 2020. In 2025, 222 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Saoirse FAQ
What does the name Saoirse mean?
Saoirse traces back to a root meaning "freedom". A female given name from Irish. Borrowed from Irish Saoirse, from saoirse (“freedom”).
What is the origin of the name Saoirse?
Saoirse is listed as a name of Irish origin.
How popular is the name Saoirse?
Since 1880, 4,068 girls in the U.S. have been named Saoirse. Its highest rank for girls was #735 in 2020. In 2025, 222 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Saoirse a boy or girl name?
Saoirse is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 4,068 girls and 0 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.