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At a Glance: Name: Saoirse – Meaning: freedom – Origin: Irish – Gender: Girl – Pronunciation: SEER-shah
Saoirse is an Irish girl's name meaning freedom, pronounced SEER-shah (IPA /ˈsɪərʃə/). It carries its Irish roots plainly in both sound and sense, making it a clear pick for parents drawn to names with a strong, single-word meaning. It's grouped among worldly-style names, for those looking beyond common English options.
Meaning & Origin of Saoirse
Meaning: Freedom.
Origin: Irish.
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Saoirse
Phonetic: SEER-shah IPA: /ˈsɪərʃə/
Popularity of Saoirse
Social Security data from 1993 to 2024 shows Saoirse peaked at #735 in 2020, when 373 babies were given the name, before falling to #1036 in 2024 with 242 babies — a steady pullback over four years from its high point.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1993–2024.
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FAQ
What does the name Saoirse mean?
Freedom. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Saoirse)
How do you pronounce Saoirse?
Saoirse is pronounced SEER-shah (IPA: /ˈsɪərʃə/).
Is Saoirse a popular name right now?
Saoirse peaked at #735 in 2020 and is ranked #1036 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1993–2024.)
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