Saoirse
Saoirse is a girl's name of Irish origin.
Meaning
Freedom or liberty.
Origin and history
Saoirse is a modern Irish feminine given name derived from the Irish word for freedom. It gained popularity in Ireland during the 20th century in connection with Irish independence. In the United States, its usage has increased notably in recent years, boosted by high-profile Irish cultural figures.
Popularity in the United States
4,068 babies in the United States have been named Saoirse since 1880. It ranks #2763 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #866.
States where it is most popular
- CA (15.2 %)
- NY (11.4 %)
- MA (7.3 %)
- TX (6.8 %)
- PA (6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 64 |
| 2000-2010 | 383 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,853 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,768 |
Famous people named Saoirse
- Saoirse Ronan: Actress
Fun facts
- The name came into use as a personal name in Ireland in the 1920s during the Irish War of Independence.
- Its recognition in the United States grew significantly due to the success of Irish-American actress Saoirse Ronan.