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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Bright, radiant
- Origin
- Scottish Gaelic / Irish
- Gender
- Primarily used for girls
- Pronunciation
- SOR-uh-kha
Sorcha (SOR-uh-kuh, as it's commonly said in Ireland and Scotland) is a Scottish Gaelic and Irish name meaning "bright" or "radiant." It's a name that looks like a puzzle on paper, so a little coaching will help friends and relatives get it right. If you want a name with a clear, light-filled meaning and a strong Gaelic root, this one delivers.
Meaning & Origin of Sorcha
Meaning: Bright, radiant.
Origin: Scottish Gaelic / Irish.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Sorcha
SOR-uh-khaIPA /ˈsɜːrkə/
Popularity of Sorcha
Sorcha has always been rare in the U.S. It peaked at #8067 in 1994 with 11 babies, and in 2023 it ranked #13286 with just 7, so your child would be very unlikely to share the name with a classmate.
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FAQ
What does the name Sorcha mean?
Bright, radiant. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Sorcha?
Sorcha is pronounced SOR-uh-kha (IPA: /ˈsɜːrkə/).
Is Sorcha a popular name right now?
Sorcha peaked at #8067 in 1994 and is ranked #13286 as of 2023. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1989–2023.)
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