Unique Modern Irish Baby Boy Names with Their Beautiful Meanings
Choosing the perfect name for your baby boy is an important decision, and finding one that is both unique and modern can be a challenge. In Irish, names often carry deep meanings, reflecting beauty, strength, and cultural values. If you are searching for a name that stands out, yet holds a beautiful meaning, this list of modern Irish baby boy names is for you.
Names like Aaron (Mountain of Strength, Exalted One) and Baetan (Valorous, Galach, Vain) are gaining popularity for their contemporary sound while holding onto traditional values. For parents seeking names that symbolize strength and leadership, options like Cabe (Rope-maker, A Cape) and Daagduh (God of the Earth, Father God) can be perfect choices.
Other unique options include Saif (sword, symbolizing strength) and Eachan (Horseman), offering beautiful meanings rooted in cultural heritage. Each name has a story behind it, making it special for your baby boy.
Explore our full collection of modern Irish baby boy names and discover the perfect match that reflects your child’s identity and brings positive meaning to their life.
| Name | Pronunciation | Meaning | Genger | Numerology |
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| Aaron | Mountain of Strength, Exalted One | Boy | 4 | |
| Aban | Old Arabic Name, Dual of Abu | Boy | 9 | |
| Abban | Abbot, White | Boy | 2 | |
| Abban | Abbot | Boy | 2 | |
| Baetan | Valorous, Galach, Vain | Boy | 7 | |
| Baeth | Vain, Wanton, Reckless | Boy | 9 | |
| Baethan | The One | Boy | 6 | |
| Baethan | Foolish | Boy | 6 | |
| Cabe | Rope-maker, A Cape | Boy | 2 | |
| Cabhan | Hill, Hollow, Grassy | Boy | 2 | |
| Cabra | Poor Land | Boy | 7 | |
| Cacanisius | Son of Nis | Boy | 9 | |
| Daagduh | God of the Earth, Father God | Boy | 1 | |
| Dacey | Adored, Southerner | Boy | 2 | |
| Dacian | Southerner, Of the Nobility | Boy | 5 | |
| Dacio | A Southerner, From Dacia | Boy | 5 | |
| Eachan | Horseman | Boy | 5 | |
| Eachann | Borrowing of Haakon, Steadfast | Boy | 1 | |
| Eachdhonn | Borrowing of Norse Haakon | Boy | 9 | |
| Eadan | Little Fire | Boy | 7 | |
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| Fachnan | Unknown | Boy | 2 | |
| Fachnan | Name of a Saint | Boy | 2 | |
| Fachtna | Malicious, Hostile | Boy | 8 | |
| Faelan | Relates to Wolf | Boy | 3 | |
| Gabhan | White, Little Falcon | Boy | 6 | |
| Gabriel | Christian, God is My Strength | Boy | 9 | |
| Gabulfota | Long Legs | Boy | 4 | |
| Gael | Stranger, Cheerful, Happy | Boy | 7 | |
| Hagan | Strong Defence, Sanctuary | Boy | 4 | |
| Hagan | Youthful | Boy | 4 | |
| Haggan | Youthful One | Boy | 2 | |
| Hailey | Ingenious, Clever | Boy | 6 | |
| Iacob | To Follow, To Succeed, Supplanter | Boy | 3 | |
| Ian | God is Merciful / Gracious | Boy | 6 | |
| Iarbonel | Descendant of Judah | Boy | 4 | |
| Iarla | Tributary Lord | Boy | 5 | |
| Jacksepticeye | Awesome You, Tuber | Boy | 6 | |
| Jacob | Following After, Supplanter | Boy | 4 | |
| James | Following After, Supplanter | Boy | 3 | |
| Jamie | Supplanter, One who Supplants | Boy | 2 | |
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| Kace | Descendant of the Vigilant One | Boy | 2 | |
| Kacey | Brave | Boy | 9 | |
| Kaelan | Slender, Fair, Form of Caelan | Boy | 8 | |
| Kaelen | Mighty Warrior | Boy | 3 | |
| Labhcas | Light | Boy | 1 | |
| Labhraidh | One who Speaks | Boy | 9 | |
| Labhras | Crowned, Laurel | Boy | 7 | |
| Labraid | Speaker | Boy | 2 | |
| Mac | Son of, Taken from Mackenzie | Boy | 8 | |
| Macallister | Son of Alistair | Boy | 5 | |
| Macaodhagain | Fire | Boy | 5 | |
| Macardell | Son of Great Courage | Boy | 6 | |
| Na | Meaningful, God Name | Boy | 6 | |
| Naal | Name of a Saint, Horseshoe | Boy | 1 | |
| Naithi | Nephew of a Tree | Boy | 7 | |
| Najmu | Beautiful, Star, Precious | Boy | 5 | |
| Obrian | Surname | Boy | 5 | |
| Obrien | Surname | Boy | 9 | |
| Ockan | Brown Horse, Horse Lover | Boy | 8 | |
| Ockey | Horseman | Boy | 5 | |
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| Paadrig | Noble | Boy | 2 | |
| Paarick | Nobleman | Boy | 5 | |
| Paarig | Patrician, Noble | Boy | 7 | |
| Paddey | Patrician, Noble | Boy | 1 | |
| Quaid | Leader | Boy | 7 | |
| Quaid | Irish form of Walter | Boy | 7 | |
| Queran | Dark | Boy | 4 | |
| Quigley | Strong or Powerful, Distaff | Boy | 6 | |
| Radhulbh | Wolf Counsellor | Boy | 2 | |
| Radmond | Counsellor Protector | Boy | 6 | |
| Radmund | Red Haired Defender, Counsellor | Boy | 3 | |
| Rafer | Wolf councelor | Boy | 3 | |
| Sadb | Bird Like | Boy | 8 | |
| Saebhreathach | Noble Judge | Boy | 9 | |
| Saerbrethach | Noble Judge | Boy | 9 | |
| Sagragnas | Ruler, Chief | Boy | 6 | |
| Taber | Well | Boy | 1 | |
| Taber | Drummer, Brilliant, Shining | Boy | 1 | |
| Tadc | A Poet | Boy | 1 | |
| Tadg | Poet | Boy | 5 | |
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| Uaid | Form of Walter | Boy | 8 | |
| Uaid | Army general | Boy | 8 | |
| Uailteir | Ruler of the People | Boy | 5 | |
| Uaine | Well Born, Young Warrior | Boy | 5 | |
| Vaughan | Small, Little | Boy | 2 | |
| Ven | Lord Venkateshwara | Boy | 5 | |
| Veon | Sky | Boy | 2 | |
| Victor | Victorious, Conqueror, Winner | Boy | 6 | |
| Wallach | Welshman, From Wales | Boy | 6 | |
| Ward | Bard, Surname, Guardian, Watchman | Boy | 1 | |
| Ward | Watchman | Boy | 1 | |
| Wasal | To Meet, Meeting | Boy | 2 | |
| Yvon | Archer, Yew Tree | Boy | 4 | |
| Ywain | Born to Nobility | Boy | 9 | |
