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Saoirse is a feminine name used in Irish. Behind the Name describes it this way: "Means ‘freedom’ in Irish Gaelic. It was first used as a given name in the 20th century." It ranked #1089 for girls in the United States in 2025.
Meaning and etymology
According to Behind the Name, means ‘freedom’ in Irish Gaelic. It was first used as a given name in the 20th century. The entry lists its usage as Irish.
Editorial confidence: established
Popularity
Saoirse ranked #1089 for girls in the United States in 2025. The figure comes from the Social Security Administration's national file for that year.
| Region | Year | Rank | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | 2025 | #1089 | ssa-2025 |
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Saoirse mean?
Saoirse means "freedom", according to Behind the Name.
Is Saoirse a popular name?
Saoirse ranked #1089 for girls in the United States in 2025. (Social Security Administration data).
Is Saoirse a boy's or a girl's name?
In the 2025 SSA data Saoirse appears in the girls' list; Behind the Name labels it feminine.
Sources
- Behind the Name: Meaning, origin and history of the name Saoirse — supports meaning, usage, pronunciation, variants.
- U.S. Social Security Administration: Popular Baby Names — national data, year of birth 2025 — supports popularity.
