Irish Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationEYE-rish / ˈaɪrɪʃIrish
Meaning
from Ireland
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Irish is derived from the word 'Éire,' which is the Irish name for Ireland. It reflects a connection to the cultural heritage and identity of the Irish people. The name has gained popularity in various forms, often symbolizing pride in Irish ancestry. It is used primarily as a feminine name in contemporary contexts.
Trend Summary
The name Irish has seen a modest rise in popularity in recent years.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Irish was first seen in the United States in 1924. Irish has ranked as high as #1106 nationally, which occurred in 1960, and has been most popular in North Carolina, Georgia, Florida, Virginia, and Alabama. In the past 5 years the name Irish has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Irish (1970)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| GA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1924 | 7 |
| 1926 | 9 |
| 1928 | 8 |
| 1929 | 8 |
| 1930 | 5 |
| 1931 | 6 |
| 1932 | 11 |
| 1933 | 5 |
| 1934 | 8 |
| 1935 | 6 |
| 1937 | 5 |
| 1938 | 8 |
| 1939 | 10 |
| 1940 | 12 |
| 1941 | 18 |
| 1942 | 6 |
| 1943 | 5 |
| 1944 | 9 |
| 1945 | 8 |
| 1946 | 9 |
| 1947 | 6 |
| 1948 | 16 |
| 1949 | 20 |
| 1950 | 16 |
| 1951 | 29 |
| 1952 | 19 |
| 1953 | 24 |
| 1954 | 19 |
| 1955 | 25 |
| 1956 | 19 |
| 1957 | 33 |
| 1958 | 31 |
| 1959 | 28 |
| 1960 | 40 |
| 1961 | 37 |
| 1962 | 30 |
| 1963 | 32 |
| 1964 | 22 |
| 1965 | 23 |
| 1966 | 24 |
| 1967 | 17 |
| 1968 | 23 |
| 1969 | 35 |
| 1970 | 26 |
| 1971 | 23 |
| 1972 | 17 |
| 1973 | 17 |
| 1974 | 11 |
| 1975 | 12 |
| 1976 | 13 |
| 1977 | 16 |
| 1978 | 15 |
| 1979 | 13 |
| 1980 | 26 |
| 1981 | 12 |
| 1982 | 19 |
| 1983 | 17 |
| 1984 | 17 |
| 1985 | 15 |
| 1986 | 10 |
| 1987 | 12 |
| 1988 | 15 |
| 1989 | 12 |
| 1990 | 12 |
| 1991 | 9 |
| 1992 | 13 |
| 1993 | 9 |
| 1994 | 8 |
| 1995 | 11 |
| 1996 | 12 |
| 1997 | 18 |
| 1998 | 16 |
| 1999 | 13 |
| 2000 | 17 |
| 2001 | 20 |
| 2002 | 12 |
| 2003 | 13 |
| 2004 | 15 |
| 2005 | 13 |
| 2006 | 17 |
| 2007 | 12 |
| 2008 | 10 |
| 2009 | 17 |
| 2010 | 10 |
| 2011 | 9 |
| 2012 | 14 |
| 2013 | 13 |
| 2014 | 13 |
| 2015 | 8 |
| 2016 | 10 |
| 2017 | 9 |
| 2018 | 7 |
| 2019 | 8 |
| 2020 | 16 |
| 2021 | 5 |
| 2023 | 9 |